Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2005 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
- Drain the engine oil.
- Disconnect the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the EOT sensor. Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Install a new O-ring seal. Lubricate the new O-ring seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.