Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor: Removal

2009 Hyundai Sonata SE, 3.3 FSECTION Removal
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  1. Remove the battery terminal.
  2. Lift the vehicle.
  3. Remove the splash shield.
  4. Loosen the drain plug and drain the transaxle oil.
  5. Remove the oil pan. (Refer to REMOVAL in A5GF1 overhaul manual)
  6. Disconnect the oil temperature sensor connector and remove the sensor (A) from the valve body.
Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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