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Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Forte5 and 2018 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
    G12162412Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the Engine coolant temperature sensor.

    Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Mounting: 

    29.4 - 39.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.0 kgf.m, 21.7 - 28.9 lb.ft)