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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2013SANTA FE AWD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR/SWITCH (FOR COMPUTER)SERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD L4-2.4L
Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD L4-2.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the ECTS .
3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the ECTS terminals 3 and 4.
4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
Specification:Refer to "Specification"
Removal
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).
3. Remove the spring clip (A), and then pull the sensor from the water temperature control assembly.
CAUTION:
Note that engine coolant may be flowed out from the water temperature control assembly when removing the sensor.
4. Supplement the engine coolant.
Installation
CAUTION:
- Install the component with the specified torques.
- Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect before installing.
CAUTION:
- Apply the engine coolant to the O-ring.
CAUTION:
- Insert the sensor in the installation hole and be careful not to damage.
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.