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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 538 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 6.6L LMM - INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.

Fig 1: Identifying ECT Sensor
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Remove the intake manifold tube. Refer to Intake Manifold Tube Replacement (LMM) .
Drain the coolant to a level below the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) .
Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector(s) (1) from the appropriate ECT sensor (s).

Fig 2: Identifying ECT Sensor

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Remove the appropriate ECT sensor(s) (1).

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

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

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.