Where is the Engine coolant temperature sensor located?

2017 FORD FUSION
120,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARK19950
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My engine threw a code and I'm going to replace the ECT sensor. I've searched around the inside of my car and watched a few videos, etc., but surprisingly can't find a lot of specific information on its location.
Jul 11, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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STEVE W.
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They hid it in plain sight. Pop the plastic cover off over the ignition coils, right between cylinders 2 and 3 is the temp sensor under the rubber cover. The new one gets torqued to 106 Inch pounds.
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Jul 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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