Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal

Remove the clip (A), lift the front of the collector cover in the direction of arrow, and then remove the collector cover.

Fig 1: Removing Front Collector Cover
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Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Drain engine coolant. < Ref. to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant. >
Disconnect the connector (A) from the engine coolant temperature sensor, and remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.

Fig 2: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
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