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Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation

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WARNING:
  • A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
  1. Remove the charge air cooler cover.
  2. Drain the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS ).
  3. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
  4. Remove the ECT sensor.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Tightening torque 

    10-14 N.m 

    {1.02-1.42 kgf.m, 7.38-10.32 ft.lbf} 

  6. Refill the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS ).
    Fig 1: Locating ECT Sensor
    G04325243Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.