Removal & Installation (Celica)

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Ensure ignition is off. Remove No. 2 cylinder head cover located on top of engine, above ignition coils and valve cover. Disconnect electrical connector at Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor. See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR LOCATION table.
Drain cooling system. Remove ECT sensor and gasket. To install, reverse removal procedure using NEW gasket. Reinstall No. 2 cylinder head cover. Fill and bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING under COOLING SYSTEM.