Removal Procedure
Caution: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.
- Drain the cooling system to a level below the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensors. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the appropriate ECT sensor.
- Remove the appropriate ECT sensor (1).
Installation Procedure
Caution: Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.
- If installing the old sensor(s), coat the threads with sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the appropriate ECT sensor (1).
Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the appropriate ECT sensor.
- Fill the cooling system, as necessary. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling.