Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal: 2.4L
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The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is installed into a water jacket at left front of cylinder head. See Fig 1.
WARNING:
HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOVING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
- Partially drain cooling system.
- Disconnect electrical connector from sensor.
- Remove sensor from cylinder head.