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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: 1870783  Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system to a level below the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensors. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the appropriate ECT sensor.

  3. Object Number: 1870784  Size: SH
  4. Remove the appropriate 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: 1870784  Size: SH
  1. If installing the old sensor(s), 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 appropriate ECT sensor (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the sensor to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1870783  Size: SH
  5. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the appropriate ECT sensor.
  6. Fill the cooling system, as necessary. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .