Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the new O-ring seal prior to installation.

Using a new O-ring seal, install the ECT sensor.
- Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
Connect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
Position the CAC tube and tighten the clamps.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

Fig 1: Identifying Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Pipe Clamps

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NOTE: Air cleaner side shown, engine side similar.

Position the air cleaner outlet pipe and tighten the clamps.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe & Clamp

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Connect the coolant hoses to the air cleaner outlet pipe.

Fig 3: Locating Coolant Hoses & Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe

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Position the power steering reservoir bracket and install the power steering fluid indicator and the retainers.

Fig 4: Identifying Power Steering Reservoir-To-Mounting Bracket Bolts

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Install the power steering reservoir bracket retainers.

Fig 5: Locating Power Steering Reservoir Bracket Retainers

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Position the upper air deflector and install the pushpin retainers.

Fig 6: Locating Pushpin Retainers

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Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.