1996 Ford F-150 PICKUP

Submodel: | Engine Type: V8 | Liters: 5.8

Fuel Delivery: FI | Fuel: GAS

Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic 1996 Bronco/F-Series Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 05/18/2000
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
Gasoline Engines
Removal
1. Partially drain cooling system. Refer to Section 03-03.
2. Disconnect battery negative cable.
3. On 5.0L and 5.8L, remove air inlet tube. On all other engines, go to Step 4.
4. Disconnect wiring from engine coolant temperature sensor (ECT sensor) (12A648).
5. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor from intake manifold (9424) or heater water hose (18472).
Installation
1. Follow removal procedures in reverse order.
2. Tighten engine coolant temperature sensor to 13-20 Nm (10-15 lb-ft).
3. Refill cooling system. Refer to Section 03-03.
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor - Gasoline Engines