REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Position a suitable drain pan under the radiator.
3. Drain the engine coolant a level below the coolant temperature sensor.
4. Disconnect the sensor wiring harness, then remove the coolant temperature sensor from the engine.

   Fig. 1: Typical locations of the engine coolant temperature gauge unit and related components

   To install:

5. Coat the sensor threads with a suitable thread sealant.

   Fig. 2: Before installing the sensor, coat the threads with a suitable sealant

6. Install the engine coolant temperature gauge sensor into the bore in the engine and tighten to 7–8 ft. lbs. (10–12 Nm).
7. Attach the electrical harness connector to the sensor.
8. Fill the cooling system to the proper level. Connect the negative battery cable.