Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal

REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET COVER (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER (See COOLANT )
DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLANT )
REMOVE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
2. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.
3. Remove the gasket from the engine coolant temperature sensor.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
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