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Automotive temperature sensors measure conditions in systems such as engine cooling, intake air and battery monitoring. Choose by the measured system and vehicle application, then compare mounting, terminals and connector shape. Similar plugs do not establish the correct signal or calibration for a different circuit.

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Vemo V10-72-0955 Engine Coolant Temperature SensorVemo V10-72-0955 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V10-72-0955
Vemo V10-72-0955 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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$22.99
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Fits 2009-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 2008-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, 2008-2008 Volkswagen Beetle, 2008-2008 Volkswagen Beetle, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2007-2007 Volkswagen Golf City, 2006-2008 Audi A4, 2006-2008 Audi A4 Quattro, 2006-2008 Audi A4 Quattro, 2006-2007 Volkswagen Beetle, 2006-2006 Volkswagen Golf, 2005-2006 Audi TT, 2005-2005 Audi A4, 2005-2005 Audi A4, 2005-2005 Audi A4 Quattro, 2005-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2005-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2005-2005 Volkswagen Passat, 2004-2009 Audi S4, 2004-2006 Audi TT Quattro
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V10-72-0955, 6PT009107141, 73258, 078919501CS1, 059519501A, 59519501A, ELC0051P, 32510, 
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item #1000X7PN
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Vemo V10-72-1506 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V10-72-1506
Vemo V10-72-1506 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$22.99
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Fits 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A4, 2017-2017 Audi A4 allroad, 2017-2017 Audi A4 allroad, 2017-2017 Audi A4 allroad, 2017-2017 Audi A4 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A8 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi Q3, 2017-2017 Audi Q3, 2017-2017 Audi Q3, 2017-2017 Audi Q3 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi Q3 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi Q3 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi Q7, 2017-2017 Audi Q7, 2017-2017 Audi Q7, 2017-2017 Audi Q7
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V10-72-1506, 8Z0820535B, 8Z0820535A
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Vemo V20-72-0132 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V20-72-0132
Vemo V20-72-0132 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
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Fits 2013-2013 BMW 128i, 2013-2013 BMW 535i GT, 2013-2013 BMW 550i, 2013-2013 BMW 550i GT, 2013-2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe, 2013-2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe, 2013-2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe, 2013-2013 BMW 740Li xDrive, 2013-2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3, 2013-2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7, 2013-2013 BMW M5, 2013-2013 BMW X1, 2013-2013 BMW X1, 2013-2013 BMW X1, 2013-2013 BMW X3, 2013-2013 BMW X6, 2013-2013 BMW X6, 2013-2013 Mini Cooper, 2012-2013 BMW 135i, 2012-2013 BMW 328i
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V20-72-0132, 0141199, 0149842, 65810141199, 65816936953, 6905133, 6936953, 8360625, 
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Vemo V10-72-0915 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
VemoPart # V10-72-0915
Vemo V10-72-0915 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
41 Reviews
$30.99
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Fits 1997-1997 Volkswagen EuroVan, 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, 1994-1994 Volkswagen Passat, 1993-1994 Volkswagen Corrado, 1993-1993 Volkswagen Passat, 1992-1992 Volkswagen Corrado
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V10-72-0915, 73536, 34322, 701919369A, 37498, BTS65341, 8370, 53236, 
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Vemo V10-99-0125 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
VemoPart # V10-99-0125
Vemo V10-99-0125 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
41 Reviews
$21.99
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Fits 1995-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1995-1998 Volkswagen Golf, 1995-1995 Volkswagen EuroVan, 1994-1994 Volkswagen Jetta, 1993-1993 Volkswagen EuroVan, 1993-1993 Volkswagen EuroVan, 1993-1993 Volkswagen EuroVan
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V10-99-0125, 73535, 34330, 701919369CS1, 37028, BTS65338, 1T1220, TU264, 
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Vemo V20-72-0435 Air Charge Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V20-72-0435
Vemo V20-72-0435 Air Charge Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$26.99
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Fits 2006-2006 BMW 330Ci, 2005-2005 BMW 330Ci, 2005-2005 BMW 330i, 2004-2006 BMW X3, 2004-2005 Land Rover Freelander, 2004-2005 Land Rover Freelander, 2004-2004 Land Rover Freelander, 2003-2003 Land Rover Freelander, 2002-2002 Land Rover Freelander, 2002-2002 Land Rover Freelander, 2002-2002 Land Rover Freelander, 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci, 2001-2006 BMW X5, 2001-2005 BMW 320i, 2001-2005 BMW 325i, 2001-2005 BMW 325xi, 2001-2005 BMW 330xi, 2001-2004 BMW 330Ci, 2001-2004 BMW 330i, 2001-2003 BMW 525i
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V20-72-0435, 6PT009109131, 104027, 33168, 32679, 1739510, BHS009109131, 5S1083, 
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Vemo V40-72-0328 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V40-72-0328
Vemo V40-72-0328 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$25.99
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Fits 1995-1995 Saab 9000, 1995-1995 Volvo 940, 1993-1995 Porsche 928, 1990-1991 Porsche 928
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V40-72-0328, 740134603, 0076470040, 60800522, 195051101000, 7647004, 60534312, 1338446, 
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Vemo V33-72-0002 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V33-72-0002
Vemo V33-72-0002 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$20.99
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Fits 2003-2003 Dodge Ram 2500, 2003-2003 Dodge Ram 3500, 2002-2003 Dodge Ram 1500, 2002-2003 Dodge Ram 3500, 2002-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, 2000-2003 Dodge Durango, 2000-2000 Dodge Durango, 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van, 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van, 1999-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 1998-2003 Dodge Dakota, 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 2500, 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 3500, 1998-1999 Dodge Durango, 1998-1998 Dodge Ram 1500, 1998-1998 Dodge Ram 1500, 1998-1998 Dodge Ram 1500, 1998-1998 Dodge Ram 1500, 1998-1998 Dodge Ram 1500
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V33-72-0002, WT3026P, 4723860, 5014067AA, 56004815
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Vemo V37-72-0002 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V37-72-0002
Vemo V37-72-0002 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$17.99
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Fits 2007-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2006-2006 Mitsubishi Montero, 2005-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2004-2005 Chrysler Sebring, 2004-2005 Chrysler Sebring, 2004-2005 Dodge Stratus, 2004-2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, 2004-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2003-2005 Mitsubishi Montero, 2003-2003 Mitsubishi Galant, 2003-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, 2003-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, 2002-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2002-2005 Dodge Stratus, 2002-2002 Hyundai Sonata, 2002-2002 Mazda 626, 2002-2002 Mitsubishi Mirage, 2002-2002 Mitsubishi Montero, 2001-2003 Chrysler Sebring
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V37-72-0002, MD091056, F32Z10884A, F4BZ10884A, 4671065, 8342016030, 8942474370, 88924783, 
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Vemo V20-72-0564 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V20-72-0564
Vemo V20-72-0564 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$42.99
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Fits 2014-2017 BMW X5
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V20-72-0564, 13627823477, 13627823993, 89454WA010, 7823477, 7823993
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Vemo V10-72-1442 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V10-72-1442
Vemo V10-72-1442 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$34.99
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Fits 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A3, 2017-2017 Audi A4, 2017-2017 Audi A4, 2017-2017 Audi A4, 2017-2017 Audi A4 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A4 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A4 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A6, 2017-2017 Audi A6 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi A8 Quattro, 2017-2017 Audi RS7, 2017-2017 Audi S7, 2017-2017 Audi S7, 2017-2017 Audi S8, 2017-2017 Porsche 911, 2017-2017 Porsche 911, 2017-2017 Porsche 911, 2017-2017 Porsche 911
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V10-72-1442, 06K919525A, 079919523J, 95860662300, 9A791952500, 95860662320, 9A791952520, 06K919523, 
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Vemo V30-72-0078 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V30-72-0078
Vemo V30-72-0078 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$21.99
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Fits 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz E420, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz S420, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz S500, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz S600, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz SL500, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz SL600, 1994-1994 Mercedes-Benz E500, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300E, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300TE, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 400SEL, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEC, 1993-1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SL, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEL, 1992-1992 Mercedes-Benz 400SE, 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 190E, 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE
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V30-72-0078, 6PT009107751, 73151, ST002, 824121020, 33290, 008542321764, 7015, 
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Vemo V40-72-0330-1 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V40-72-0330-1
Vemo V40-72-0330-1 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$21.99
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Fits 2010-2010 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2010-2010 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2010-2010 GMC Savana 2500, 2010-2010 GMC Savana 3500, 2009-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2009-2009 GMC Savana 2500, 2008-2008 GMC Savana 2500, 2008-2008 GMC Savana 2500, 2008-2008 GMC Sierra 1500, 2007-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2007-2010 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, 2007-2009 Cadillac SRX, 2007-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 2007-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic, 2007-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic, 2007-2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, 2007-2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic, 2007-2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500
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V40-72-0330-1, 12146312, 25036708, 25037182, 15326386, 25036979, 31022662, WT3000P, 
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Vemo V63-72-0005 Air Charge Temperature Sensor
VemoPart # V63-72-0005
Vemo V63-72-0005 Air Charge Temperature Sensor
41 Reviews
$98.99
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Fits 2017-2017 Toyota Avalon, 2017-2017 Toyota Camry, 2017-2017 Toyota Corolla iM, 2017-2017 Toyota Prius Prime, 2016-2017 Lexus NX300h, 2016-2017 Toyota Prius, 2016-2017 Toyota RAV4, 2016-2016 Scion iM, 2015-2015 Toyota RAV4, 2015-2015 Toyota RAV4, 2015-2015 Toyota RAV4, 2014-2017 Toyota Corolla, 2014-2016 Toyota Camry, 2013-2017 Lexus ES300h, 2013-2016 Toyota Avalon, 2013-2015 Lexus ES350, 2012-2016 Toyota Camry, 2012-2016 Toyota Camry, 2010-2013 Subaru Legacy, 2008-2013 Subaru Tribeca
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V63-72-0005, 8942126030, 22012AA150, 22012AA200, 22012AA230, 8942120190, 1859081A00, 1859081A00000, 
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Walker Products 211-1118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-1118
Walker Products 211-1118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$21.99
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Fits 2020-2023 Chevrolet Traverse, 2020-2020 Chevrolet Impala, 2020-2020 Chevrolet LCF 3500, 2020-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, 2019-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD, 2019-2019 Chevrolet Suburban, 2019-2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, 2018-2023 Buick Enclave, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, 2017-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2017-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2017-2020 GMC Savana 2500, 2017-2020 GMC Savana 3500, 2017-2019 Cadillac XTS, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, 2017-2017 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2017-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500
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211-1118, 21123851010, 2112385101002, 2112385101005, 21120385101005, 7778980, K68055357AA, 12191170, 
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Walker Products 211-1075 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-1075
Walker Products 211-1075 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$32.99
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Fits 2008-2009 Honda S2000, 2007-2011 Honda Civic, 2007-2011 Honda Civic, 2007-2008 Honda Fit, 2006-2008 Acura TSX, 2006-2007 Honda S2000, 2006-2006 Honda Civic, 2005-2007 Honda Accord, 2003-2006 Honda Civic, 2002-2005 Honda Civic, 2001-2001 Honda Civic
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211-1075, 9392, 108-01, 37870RAAA01, EF0110, 7D5, 140-742, 2CTS0222, 
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Walker Products 211-91118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-91118
Walker Products 211-91118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$29.99
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Fits 2020-2023 Chevrolet Traverse, 2020-2020 Chevrolet Impala, 2020-2020 Chevrolet LCF 3500, 2020-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, 2019-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD, 2019-2019 Chevrolet Suburban, 2019-2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, 2018-2023 Buick Enclave, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, 2017-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2017-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2017-2020 GMC Savana 2500, 2017-2020 GMC Savana 3500, 2017-2019 Cadillac XTS, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, 2017-2017 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2017-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500
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211-91118, 9366, 9373, SU112DG, 12191170, 12608814, 71-2509, TS10076, 
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Walker Products 211-1130 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-1130
Walker Products 211-1130 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$24.99
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Fits 2023-2024 Dodge Durango, 2023-2023 Chrysler 300, 2023-2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2022-2022 Jeep Wagoneer, 2021-2024 Dodge Durango, 2021-2024 Dodge Durango, 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler, 2021-2024 Ram 1500, 2021-2023 Chrysler 300, 2021-2021 Dodge Durango, 2021-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2020-2020 Chrysler 300, 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic, 2019-2023 Dodge Challenger, 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster 2500
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211-1130, 5149077AA, 5149077AB, 5149096AA, 5149096AB, 68045803AA, 41713, 4200, 
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Walker Products 211-2053 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-2053
Walker Products 211-2053 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$29.99
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Fits 2023-2023 Cadillac XT4, 2023-2023 Cadillac XT5, 2023-2023 Cadillac XT5, 2023-2023 Chevrolet Blazer, 2023-2023 Chevrolet Blazer, 2023-2023 Chevrolet Corvette, 2022-2023 GMC Acadia, 2022-2023 GMC Acadia, 2022-2022 Chevrolet Blazer, 2021-2023 Buick Encore GX, 2021-2023 Buick Envision, 2021-2023 Cadillac CT5, 2021-2023 Cadillac XT5, 2021-2023 Cadillac XT6, 2021-2023 Cadillac XT6, 2021-2023 Cadillac XT6, 2021-2023 Chevrolet Blazer, 2021-2023 Chevrolet Camaro, 2021-2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 2021-2023 GMC Acadia
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211-2053, 1.830.403, 530403, 55488246, 7.3403
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Walker Products 211-1106 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Walker ProductsPart # 211-1106
Walker Products 211-1106 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
3.37 Reviews
$33.99
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Fits 2007-2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2007 Dodge Nitro, 2007-2007 Jeep Liberty, 2006-2007 Jeep Commander, 2006-2007 Jeep Commander, 2006-2007 Mitsubishi Raider, 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2005-2006 Jeep Liberty, 2005-2005 Jeep Liberty, 2004-2007 Dodge Dakota, 2004-2007 Dodge Durango, 2003-2005 Dodge Neon, 2003-2003 Dodge Ram 1500, 2003-2003 Dodge Ram 2500, 2003-2003 Dodge Ram 3500, 2002-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2002-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty, 2000-2007 Dodge Durango
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211-1106, 9361, 56027873, EF0095, 2L2, 140-315, 2CTS0004, 12095, 
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Automotive Temperature Sensor Types

Automotive temperature sensors send measurements to a gauge or control unit. The collection includes coolant, intake-air, intake-manifold and battery temperature sensors for selected applications.

Identify what is being measured and where the sensor is installed before choosing a replacement. A connector that looks similar does not make sensors for different systems interchangeable.

Choosing And Diagnosing A Temperature Sensor

Match the vehicle application, sensor function, mounting and electrical connection. Some sensors screw into a housing while others use a different mounting arrangement. Terminal count and connector shape are useful details, but they do not establish the correct signal or calibration for the circuit.

Treat an overheating warning as a possible cooling-system problem requiring prompt attention. Do not dismiss it solely because the sensor is a possible cause.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can an intake-air sensor replace a coolant temperature sensor?

They measure different things and are used in different locations. An intake-air sensor reports air temperature to engine controls; a coolant sensor reports the temperature of the cooling system. Select the part intended for the affected circuit.

Does a temperature sensor always operate the dashboard gauge?

The output depends on the vehicle's wiring and controls. One listed one-terminal coolant sensor is specified for an application with a gauge, while other sensors provide information to an engine control unit. Match the intended circuit, not only the sensor name.

Are one-, two- and three-terminal temperature sensors interchangeable?

The number of terminals reflects a product's connection, but it does not identify every signal or the sensor calibration. Current coolant-sensor listings include examples with one, two and three terminals; use the sensor specified for the vehicle and system.

What else can cause an incorrect temperature reading?

A damaged connector, wiring fault or an actual temperature-control issue can affect the result. Check the sensor connections and wiring; a thermostat fault can also produce a coolant-temperature-related code.

What does a battery temperature sensor measure?

It measures battery-related temperature for the vehicle's electrical management on equipped applications. It is not the engine coolant sensor, even if both products are grouped under temperature sensors.

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