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Repair procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly (Refer to "INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM " ).
  3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the spring clip (B), and then pull the sensor from the water temperature control assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Note that engine coolant may be flowed out from the water temperature control assembly when removing the sensor.
      Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Component Location And Connector
      G07419514Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Supplement the engine coolant (Refer to "COOLING SYSTEM " ).