Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Removal
  1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Ground Cable
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  2. Remove air intake duct and air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR INTAKE DUCT and AIR CLEANER CASE .
  3. Disconnect connector from engine coolant temperature sensor.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector From Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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  4. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor.
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