Sensor, Coolant Temperature: Removal: 3.6L
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor on the 3.6L engine is installed into a water jacket at rear of the cylinder head on the left side of the engine.
WARNING:
Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.
NOTE:
Do not waste reusable coolant. If solution is clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse.
- Partially raise the vehicle.
- Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Slide the heat shield (1) away from the temperature sensor (2).
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the temperature sensor.
- Remove the sensor from the cylinder head (3).