Sensor, Coolant Temperature: Removal: 3.6L

The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor on the 3.6L engine is located in the 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.

Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

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Remove the engine cover.
Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING .
Disconnect the ECT sensor wire harness connector (1).
Remove the ECT sensor (2) from the cylinder head.