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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2005 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Removing/Installing Oil Temperature Sensor
G03929106Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  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 Nm (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.