ECT sensors

[SeanMc]

I heard there are 3, maybe 4 of them. I know 1 is under the throttle body, but where are the others? I got a code 116, does this specify just one of the sensors or all 3 (4)?

Thanks guys.

 

[Rockledge]

Keep in mind that, if the engine isn't up to operating temperature when doing the EEC self test, then you will get a 116 code even though there is nothing wrong with the ECT.

The ECT is the two wire sensor located adjacent to the T-stat housing.

There is another similar-looking sensor in the same area which has only one wire coming out of it, that's for the temperature gauge in the instrument panel.

 

[SeanMc]

I checked it after a 20 minute drive.

Thanks again Rockledge.

 

[TYSHO]

There's only one that goes by ECT, and it is located under the throttle body, toward the firewall and you will need a 1" deep socket to remove it. The other sensor people get confused with, is the one behind the coil pack which sends signal to the instrument cluster guage.

 

[SeanMc]

You guys have been incredibly helpful. Thank you.