Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Installation
- INSTALL ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
- Install a new gasket onto the sensor.
- Using SST, install the sensor.
SST 09817-33190
Torque: 19.6 N*m (200 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf)
- Connect the sensor connector.
- CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- ADD ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLANT )
- CHECK FOR COOLANT LEAKAGE (See COOLING SYSTEM )
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION
- Perform initialization (see
INITIALIZATION
).NOTE: Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Perform initialization (see
INITIALIZATION
).
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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.
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