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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Fig. 1: Detach the connector from the coolant temperature sending unit

Fig. 2: Using a suitable size socket and drive tool, loosen the sending unit . . .

Fig. 3: . . . then remove the sending unit from the thermostat housing

  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 sending unit.
  4. Disconnect the sending unit wiring harness, then remove the coolant temperature sending unit from the engine.

    To install:

  5. Coat the sending unit threads with a suitable thread sealant.

    Fig. 4: Before installing the sending unit, coat the threads with a suitable sealant

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

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