REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant to a level below the intake manifold.
3. Unplug the sensor wiring harness.

   Fig. 1: Unplug the ECT sensor electrical connector

4. Unthread and remove the sensor from the engine.

   Fig. 2: Use a deep socket and an extension to reach the ECT sensor . . .

   Fig. 3: . . . then remove the ECT sensor from the thermostat housing

   To install:

5. Coat the threads of the sensor with a suitable sealant and thread into the housing.

   Fig. 4: Before installation, coat the threads of the sensor with a suitable sealant

6. Tighten the sensor to 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm) for all except 1995–98 2.0L non-turbo engines. For 1995–98 2.0L non-turbo engines, tighten the sensor to 5 ft. lbs. (7 Nm).
7. Refill the cooling system to the proper level.
8. Attach the electrical connector to the sensor securely.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.