Suzuki Wagon R Plus RB310 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT Sensor) Removal and Installation

ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (M13 ENGINE) 6E2-31
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECT sensor)
removal and installation
Removal
1) Disconnect battery negative cable at battery.
2) Drain coolant referring to “Cooling System Draining” in Sec-
tion 6B2.
3) Remove air intake pipe.
4) Disconnect connector from ECT sensor.
5) Remove ECT sensor (1) from thermostat case.
Installation
Reverse removal procedure noting the following:
• Clean mating surfaces of ECT sensor (1) and water outlet
cap.
• Check O-ring for damage and replace if necessary.
• Tighten ECT sensor (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
ECT sensor (a): 15 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11.5 lb-ft)
• Connect connector to ECT sensor (1) securely.
• Refill coolant referring to “Cooling System Refill” in Section
6B2.
WARNING:
To help avoid danger of being burned, do not remove
radiator cap while engine and radiator are still hot.
Scalding fluid and steam can be blown out under pres-
sure if cap is taken off too soon.
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1, (a)