Installing Coolant Temperature Sensor

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The tightening specifications for the basic engine are stored centrally (→ 1001IN Tightening TorqueS, TIGHTENING SEQUENCES, ASSEMBLY OVERVIEWS ).

Tightening Torques and assembly instructions for other assemblies (e.g. chassis, electrics, transmission or body) or for peripheral engine equipment can be found in the corresponding documents.

Fit coolant temperature sensor -3- in the cylinder head. Tighten coolant temperature sensor.

Fig 1: Identifying Temperature Sensor And Sleeve
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1. Temperature sensor for engine compartment (installation position of cylinder 8)
2. Sleeve
3. Temperature sensor (installation position of cylinder 4)
Peripheral equipment is installed in reverse order to removal.