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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1966 (HYBRID/EV COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT (GENERATOR CONTROL MODULE)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Generator Control Module)

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Generator Control Module)
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Fig 1: Coolant Temperature Sensor
GM1969725Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Generator Control Module)

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Partially drain the generator control module coolant radiator just below the level of the coolant temperature sensor. Refer to Generator Control Module Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
  3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the coolant temperature sensor.
1 Coolant Temperature Sensor
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


TIP:  Coolant temperature sensor is located in the generator control module coolant radiator.
Tighten 
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.