Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

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The engine is cold.

-- Briefly open the coolant expansion tank cap -arrow- and release any residual pressure in the cooling system and then close it again until it locks.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir Cap

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

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig 2: Component Location Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

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

NOTE:

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.