Removal and installation
Removal
Note: The engine must be cold.
1. Open the expansion tank cap to relieve excess pressure in the cooling system, then close the cap, screwing it on until you hear a distinctive click.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the coolant temperature sensor.
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Note: Place a rag under the sensor to collect any leaking coolant.
3. Unscrew the mounting screw (1) and remove the coolant temperature sensor (2), as shown in the figure below.
Note:
- If the sealing ring (3) together with the support ring (4) remain in the cylinder head after removing the temperature sensor, they must be removed using a suitable length of wire.
- Install a new coolant temperature sensor to prevent coolant loss.
Installation
Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
Note:
- Always replace the sealing rings after disassembly.
- Tighten the coolant temperature sensor mounting screw to a tightening torque of 6 N·m.