Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Removal And Installation (Distributeless) - Ford VSG-411 Service Manual

2B-04
Ignition System
28-04
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Removal
1. Disconnect battery and release cooling system pressure.
WARNING: When releasing system pressure, cover cap with a
thick cloth to prevent coolant scalding.
2. Place a clean drain tray below engine under radiator drain plug
and remove drain plug. To assist draining remove radiator cap.
3. Remove temperature sensor multiplug, located below the in-
take manifold. To remove multiplug, pull on multiplug, do not
pull on wiring.
4. Unscrew sensor from intake manifold
installation
1. Install sensor into inlet manifold, do not over-tighten sensor.
Connect multiplug, ensuring that locking tabs snap into
position.
2. Replace radiator drain plug and refill system with correct
solution. Remove rubber blanking cap on water outlet. When
coolant is evident, refit blanking cap. Fill container to
"maximum" mark allowing time for air in system to bubble
through. Install radiator cap.
3. Connect battery and start engine. Allow engine to warm to
normal operating temperature. Check, and if necessary, add
coolant.
FIG. 8 Temperature Sensor