Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement . Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
1	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Use a new gasket. Disconnect the electrical connector. Tighten 20 N.m (15 lb ft)

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

Use a new gasket.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)