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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2001VITARA JLS (2DR) 2WD L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTSENSORS AND SWITCHES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS (2Dr) 2WD L4-2.0L
Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair
2001 Suzuki Vitara JLS (2Dr) 2WD L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable (-) at battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Disconnect coupler from ECT sensor (1).
4. Remove ECT sensor from intake manifold or water outlet cap (2).
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure noting the followings.
- Clean mating surfaces of sensor and intake manifold.
- Check O-ring for damage and replace if necessary.
- Tighten ECT sensor to specified torque.
Tightening torque
ECT sensor (a): 15 N.m (1.5 kg.m, 11.0 lb-ft)
- Connect coupler to sensor securely.
- Refill cooling system.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.