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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (LF3)

Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (LF3)
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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (LF3)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Remove the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LFX, LF3) .
1 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Retainer
Procedure 
Remove the sensor retainer from the thermostat housing.
NOTE:

Ensure that the sensor is properly seated and the sensor retainer is completely inserted after installing the sensor.

2 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Procedure 
  1. Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
  2. Reposition the engine wiring harness and hoses as needed.
3 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Seal
NOTE:

The sensor O ring seal should be replaced whenever the sensor is removed.