Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor - removal and refitting
Removal
1 The ECT sensor is screwed into the inlet
manifold.
2 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
3 Partially drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1.
4 Disconnect the sensor wiring plug.
5 Unscrew the sensor from the inlet manifold.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but on
completion top-up the cooling system as
described in “Weekly checks”.
See also:
Ford VV carburettor automatic choke components - removal,
checking and refitting
Bi-metal housing
Note: A new gasket will be required on
refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the air cleaner as described in
Section 2.
3 Release any pressure in ...
Rear shock absorber (Saloon and Estate models) - removal,
testing and refitting
Removal
1 Slacken the roadwheel bolts, raise the rear
of the vehicle, support it on stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”) and remove
the roadwheel.
2 Support the suspension lower arm with a
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Distributor - removal and refitting
Contact breaker ignition system
OHV engines
Removal
1 Disconnect the leads from the spark plugs,
spring back the retaining clips and lift off the
distributor cap.
2 Disconnect the LT lead at the ...
