3.0L Diesel

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The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is located on the upper portion of the water pump housing. It is installed into a water jacket inline with the thermostat.

Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

Fig 1: Engine Cover
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Remove the engine cover (1).
Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 2: Coolant Temperature Sensor Wire Harness Connector
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Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor wire harness connector (1).

Fig 3: Coolant Temperature Sensor
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Remove the coolant temperature sensor (1) from the water pump housing.