Sensor, Coolant Temperature: Removal: 6.2L
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is located on the upper portion of the water pump housing. It is installed into a water jacket in-line with the thermostat.
WARNING:
Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Remove the air cleaner body. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Disconnect the ECT sensor wire harness connector (2).
- Remove the ECT sensor (1) sensor.