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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN2006TOWN CAR V8-4.6L VIN V FLEX FUELREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Lincoln Town Car V8-4.6L VIN V Flex Fuel
Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 Lincoln Town Car V8-4.6L VIN V Flex FuelSECTION Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Rotate the tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the generator pulley.
3. Loosen the 2 lower generator bolts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm ( 18 lb ft )
4. Remove the 2 generator bracket bolts and position the generator and bracket aside.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm ( 89 ln in )
5. Disconnect the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.
6. Using a 19 mm (0.74 in) 12 point crowfoot wrench, remove the CHT sensor.
- Calculate the correct torque wrench setting for the following torque.
- To install, tighten to 26 Nm ( 19 lb ft )
Note: The CHT sensor is not be reused. Always install a new sensor.
7. TO install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.