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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Damage to the ECT sensor will affect proper operation of the fuel injection system.
    Fig 1: ECT Sensor Electrical Connector And ECT Sensor
    GM641349Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
  2. Disconnect the ECT sensor electrical connector (1) from the ECT sensor (2) located next to the upper radiator hose on the cylinder head.
  3. Remove the ECT sensor (2) from the cylinder head.
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