Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Removal
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Drain engine coolant. < Ref. to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant. >
  3. Disconnect the connector (A) from the engine coolant temperature sensor, and remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.
    Fig 1: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
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