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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lincoln Navigator and 2006 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Drain the engine oil.
  4. Disconnect the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor electrical connector.
  5. Remove the EOT sensor. Discard the O-ring seal.
    • To install, tighten to 21 N.m (15 lb-ft).
    • Install a new O-ring seal. Lubricate the new O-ring seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.