Chevrolet 96056758 Sensor, Water Temperature

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If the coolant temperature gauge is inoperative, check the fuses first. If the temperature gauge indicates Hot shortly after the engine is started cold, disconnect the wire at the coolant temperature sending unit. If you're working on a Sprint, the coolant temperature sending unit is located on the firewall side of the intake manifold below the thermostat. If you're working on a Metro, the coolant temperature sending unit is located in the intake manifold near the base of the throttle body. If the gauge reading drops, replace the sending unit. If the reading remains high, the wire to the gauge may be shorted to ground or the gauge is faulty. If the coolant temperature gauge fails to indicate after the engine has been warmed up (approximately 10 minutes) and the fuses checked out okay, shut off the engine. Disconnect the wire at the sending unit and, using a jumper wire, connect it to a clean ground on the engine. Turn on the ignition without starting the engine. If the gauge now indicates Hot, replace the sending unit. If the gauge still doesn't work, the circuit may be open or the gauge may be faulty. With the engine completely cool, remove the cap from the radiator to release any pressure, then reinstall the cap. This reduces coolant loss during sending unit replacement. Disconnect the wire from the sending unit. Prepare the new sending unit for installation by applying a Teflon tape or light coat of sealant to the threads. Unscrew the sending unit from the engine and quickly install the new one to prevent coolant loss. Tighten the sending unit securely and connect the wire. Refill the cooling system and run the engine. Check for leaks and proper gauge operation.

To replace the sensor, disconnect the electrical connector and unscrew it from the intake manifold or head.