Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Removal / Installation

2006 Mazda B4000 Base, AutomaticSECTION Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Removal / Installation
Fig 1: Removing /Installing Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
G04308403Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .
  2. Partially drain the cooling system. See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT -- 3.0L for 3.0L or ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT - 4.0L , for 4.0L
  3. Disconnect engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor connector.
    NOTE:
  4. Remove the ECT sensor.
    Fig 2: Removing ECT Sensor (3.0L/4.0L Engine)
    G04308404Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Tightening torque 

    16-24 N.m { 1.6-2.4 kgf.m, 12-17 ft.lbf } 

RENDER: 1.0x

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