Sensor Location

[89SHOMAN666]

Hey All,
I have a quick question for you guys. Anyone have any experience replacing the Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT)? Where is it located? What's the best way to get to it?

Thanks,

 

[Mr Anonymous]

It's in the coolant outlet housing on the rear head. Not hard to get to at all. You'll probably find it easiest to remove the intake hose from the throttle body.

 

[89SHOMAN666]

Where is it in proximity to the thermostat?

 

[Off Road SHO]

Looking at the thermostat while standing next to the left front fender, the ECT is to the right of the thermostat. It has a captive two wire connection on it. Use a bent ice pick to release the keeper and pull the plug off of the sensor. Then use a deep socket (15/16ths, I think) and an extension to remove the old ECT. Make sure the new one has thread sealant on the threads. If it doesn't use teflon tape (six wraps) or liquid teflon sealant.

Tom