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This video shows you how to install a new coolant temperature sensor on your 2012-2018 Nissan Altima (2.5L). The coolant temperature sensor sends important information to your vehicle’s computer to manage the efficiency and safety of your vehicle’s engine. A failed sensor could cause damage or overheating.
Estimated installation time for a professional technician is approximately: 42 minutes
This repair was done on a 2013 Nissan Altima S 2.5L Sedan 4-Door FWD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2012 Nissan Altima
2013 Nissan Altima
2014 Nissan Altima
2015 Nissan Altima
2016 Nissan Altima
2017 Nissan Altima
2018 Nissan Altima
🔧 List of tools used:
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• 10mm Socket
• 19mm Socket
• Coolant Funnel Set
• Ratchet
• Socket Extensions
• Cloth Rags
• Gloves 1aau.to/occj/1AXSS00048
• Paper Towels
• Safety Glasses
• Drain Pan
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Wheel Chocks
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Check out our playlist:
Nissan Altima 5th Generation 2012-2018: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL37d7oWG6wDD98RCS4gyPaVYMXtDOBtEr
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⚠ DISCLAIMER:
While 1A Auto strives to make the information provided in this video as accurate as possible, it makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or applicability of the content. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All do-it-yourself projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. 1A Auto is not responsible or liable for any loss damage (including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, or punitive), liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or resulting from any information posted in this video.
Shop for New Auto Parts at 1AAuto.com 1aau.to/c/97/au/coolant-temperature-sensor
This video shows you how to install a new coolant temperature sensor on your 2012-2018 Nissan Altima (2.5L). The coolant temperature sensor sends important information to your vehicle’s computer to manage the efficiency and safety of your vehicle’s engine. A failed sensor could cause damage or overheating.
Estimated installation time for a professional technician is approximately: 42 minutes
This repair was done on a 2013 Nissan Altima S 2.5L Sedan 4-Door FWD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2012 Nissan Altima
2013 Nissan Altima
2014 Nissan Altima
2015 Nissan Altima
2016 Nissan Altima
2017 Nissan Altima
2018 Nissan Altima
🔧 List of tools used:
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• 10mm Socket
• 19mm Socket
• Coolant Funnel Set
• Ratchet
• Socket Extensions
• Cloth Rags
• Gloves 1aau.to/occj/1AXSS00048
• Paper Towels
• Safety Glasses
• Drain Pan
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Wheel Chocks
Subscribe: youtube.com/channel/UCVvE8kQTuZEykvMFZBVzftg?sub_confirmation=1
Check out our playlist:
Nissan Altima 5th Generation 2012-2018: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL37d7oWG6wDD98RCS4gyPaVYMXtDOBtEr
📱 Download the 1A Auto Repair App for more videos, torque specifications, and car repair information: 1aau.to/appdownloadyt
🚗 For More Info visit us at 1aau.to/h/hew
⚠ DISCLAIMER:
While 1A Auto strives to make the information provided in this video as accurate as possible, it makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or applicability of the content. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All do-it-yourself projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. 1A Auto is not responsible or liable for any loss damage (including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, or punitive), liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or resulting from any information posted in this video.
