Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor - 2.3L Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor - 2.3L Removal/Installation
Fig 1: Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor With Torque Specifications -- 2.3L Replacement Components
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  1. Detach the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor cover and position aside.
  2. Disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector.
  3. Remove and discard the CHT sensor.
    • To install, tighten to 12 N.m {1.2 kgf.m, 9 ft.lbf}.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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