Water Outlet Component Removal Note

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Disconnect the upper radiator hose.

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Radiator Hose
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Disconnect the heater hose.

Fig 2: Identifying Heater Hose
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Set the engine coolant temperature sensor No. 1 wiring harness aside using the following procedure:

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Number 1 Connector And Clip
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1. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor No. 1 connector.
2. Remove the clip and set the wiring harness aside.
Remove the water outlet component.

Fig 4: Identifying Water Outlet Component And Bolts

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