Coolant Control Valve Removal Note

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Disconnect the connector shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Coolant Control Valve, Bracket, Connector And Short-Cord
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Remove the clip shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Coolant Control Valve, Bracket, Clip And Short-Cord
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Remove the coolant control valve.
When replacing the engine coolant control valve, remove ECT sensor No. 2. (See Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation .)