Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor On Radiator Outlet -G83-, Removing And Installing: Removing

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The engine is cold.

-- Briefly open the coolant reservoir cap -1- in direction of -arrow- to reduce the residual pressure in the coolant system.

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-- Remove the noise insulation -1-. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

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-- Remove clamp -2- and Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-.

NOTE:

Pay attention to the different component locations.

-- Place a cleaning cloth underneath, to catch coolant leaking out.

-- Insert the new Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83- immediately in the connection to prevent coolant loss.

-- Replacing the O-ring.