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Installation Procedure

    IMPORTANT: Tap out sensor mounting hole in engine head to remove any thread sealant residue. Clean any sealant residue from old sensor if the sensor is going to be reused.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
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  1. If the sensor is being reused, apply thread sealant GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent, to sensor threads.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice .
  2. Install the ECT sensor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  3. Connect the ECT sensor harness connector. Push in the connector until a click is heard, then pull back to confirm a positive engagement.
  4. Fill engine coolant to proper level. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) .
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