Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -G62-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

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The engine is cold.

-- Carefully open the cap -1- on the coolant expansion tank -2- briefly in the direction of -arrow- and release any residual pressure in the cooling system and then close it again until it locks.

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-- Disconnect the connector.

Place a cloth underneath to catch escaping coolant.

-- Remove the bolt -1- and remove the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -G62- -2-.

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-- Use a wire to remove the O-ring -3- and support ring -4- if they are stuck on the cylinder head.