How To: Replace a Saturn S-Series engine coolant temp sensor

One day, your car may break down and you won't be able to afford to hire a mechanic, so what do you do... you look on the web for some how-to vehicle repair videos and become your own car mechanic, that's what. You don't need any advanced training to perform repairs and simple maintenance on your automobile, but you may need a few tools. Invest in the basic tools and you'll be prepared for just about any car malfunction you can think of. These tutorials will help get you on your way, as long as your willing.

This video will show you how to replace the engine coolant temp sensor in a Saturn S-Series car. It is recommend that you use a 1/4-inch ratchet with a long socket on it so you don't torque it too much. If you get a sensor from the dealer it will have some red sealer on the threads that makes it ready to install. If you go after-market and get one, you'll need to put some Teflon tape on the threads. Before you take out the old sensor, the Saturn's engine needs to be cooled. Watch the rest to get more instructions on the replacement of the engine coolant temperature sensor.