Important: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the sensor will effect proper operation of the fuel control system.

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Drain the coolant below the level of the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Coolant.
3. Disconnect the sensor electrical connector.



4. Carefully remove the ECT sensor.

Important: Care must be taken when handling engine coolant temperature sensor. Damage to the engine coolant temperature sensor will effect proper operation of the fuel injection system.

Important: Replacement components must be the correct part number for the application. Components requiring the use of thread locking compound, lubricants, corrosion inhibitors, or sealants are identified in the service procedure. Some replacement components may come with these coatings already applied. DO NOT use these coatings on components unless specified. These coatings can effect the final torque, which may affect the operation of the component. Use the correct torque specifications when installing components in order to avoid damage.

1. Coat the threads with sealer GM P/N 9985253 or equivalent.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the ECT sensor.

Tighten
Tighten the ECT sensor to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

3. Connect the ECT harness connector to the ECT sensor.
4. Refill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .