Cylinder head temperature sensor?

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BRAD JONES2
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Cylinder head temperature sensor and putting the engine as overheating. Coolant tank is full no leaks. Changed the oil last week. (Jiffy Lube) Just put gas in the truck drove 1/4 mile parked at a restaurant picked up food got in the truck it sputtered during the start but it did start. Drove about 3 miles engine light came on and radiator light. The truck then cut back on power. Is the sensor under intake manifold?
Saturday, October 5th, 2019 AT 12:34 PM

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BMDOUBLE
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It’s on the back side of the passenger side head. The best way to get at it is through the passenger side fender well and removing the fender liner for easier access and fewer curse words, lol. Also inspect the connector and the wiring for rodent damage! I’ve done lots of them for chewed up wiring. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Thursday, January 21st, 2021 AT 1:29 PM
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Thanks I will take a look. Could a bad DC to AC converter affect the CHT sensor?
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Thursday, January 21st, 2021 AT 1:29 PM
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That is a possibility if it induces noise into the electrical system.
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Thursday, January 21st, 2021 AT 1:29 PM
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Where is my cylinder head temperature sensor located?
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Picture attached.

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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Having a tough time getting the deep sockets I have over the fitting.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Never mind, and thanks for all your help with the diagram, found it impact socket that would work.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Was driving down dirt road got on slight angle and coolant was registering low. Coolant sensor came on and car shut off. I was able to restart with adding coolant but engine wanted to rev to compensate. Engine was not overheated I had only driven maybe 5 minutes. I need to replace coolant sensor but can't find location.

Urgent picking up relative from airport today. :(
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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The cylinder head temperature sensor is mounted at the rear of the passenger side cylinder head. To replace it you'll need to remove the passenger side fender splash shield for access, disconnect the sensor and unscrew the sensor. Reverse for installation.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Thank you. Replaced and fixed. Knowing the senser was on the cylinder head helped tremendously!
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Awesome! You’re welcome!
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:01 PM (Merged)
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Where is it located?
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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Good afternoon.

The sensor is on the rear of the drivers side cylinder head. Here is a guide to help you see step by step what to do with diagrams below to show you on your truck. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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No attachment I got a diagram but it shows the sensor is on the back of the engine and the text said that it is on the front of the engine.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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You are correct, sorry. That was me. It is on the back passenger side of the motor. Sorry, I took a quick look and thought it was the front.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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Okay, no problem. Thanks, I will try to find it an get to it again. Thanks
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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On 3.5L Ecoboost, it is on the passenger side above the flywheel housing. You can get to it from the top of the engine. I had to lay on the engine and reach back there to get to it. Or you can remove the wheel well liner to get behind the engine. I did it both ways it was easier to screw it back in, from the wheel well.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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Yes, Roy. Your diagram was very helpful. I couldn't get behind the engine so I used my phone to video the exact location then replaced it. It needs 3/4 deep well socket. I don't get the "Engine Coolant Overtemperature" warning anymore and temperature reading is stable.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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I am trying to locate my cylinder head temperature sensor. I have the Ecoboost engine. My cooling fans have begun to run on high speed only a couple seconds after starting the truck. I believe my CHT sensor has gone out causing my fans to come on as a fail safe. I have had no error codes come up nor have I had any engine temperature issues. I have noticed a decrease in fuel efficiency however.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2021 AT 7:03 PM (Merged)
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Hello,

I have found out that the sensor is in the rear of the cylinder head Here is a guide that will give you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Here are some diagrams to help you see for yourself where the sensors are I have included all different engine for that turck so anyone coming to this post can be helped.

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

Cheers, Ken
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