Sensor, Coolant Temperature: Removal: 3.6L

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WARNING:

Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.

Fig 1: Inner Wheel Well Splash Shield & Bolts

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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Partially drain the cooling system.
Remove the drivers side front inner wheel splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, WHEELHOUSE, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Engine Coolant Sensor & Connector
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Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the engine coolant sensor (2).
Remove the sensor from the cylinder head.