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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Notice: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.


    Object Number: 1731275  Size: SH
  1. Remove the intake manifold tube. Refer to Intake Manifold Tube Replacement .
  2. Drain the coolant to a level below the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the ECT sensor.

  4. Object Number: 1409328  Size: SH
  5. Remove the ECT sensor (1).

Installation Procedure

Notice: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.


    Object Number: 1409328  Size: SH
  1. If installing the old sensor, coat the threads with sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the ECT sensor (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the sensor to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1731275  Size: SH
  5. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the ECT sensor.
  6. Fill the cooling system, if necessary. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  7. Install the intake manifold tube. Refer to Intake Manifold Tube Replacement .