Sensor, Coolant Temperature: Removal: 5.7L/6.4L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Chrysler 300 and 2019 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is located on the upper portion of the water pump housing. It is installed into a water jacket inline with the thermostat.
WARNING:
Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.
- Remove the air intake system. Refer to REMOVAL
.NOTE:
Do not waste reusable coolant. If the solution is clean, drain the coolant into a clean container for reuse.
- Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING .
- Disconnect the wire harness connector (3) from the sensor (2).
- Remove the sensor from the water pump housing.