Powerless

SWINGINTRUSS

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1992 NISSAN MAXIMA
3.0L
V6
2WD
AUTOMATIC
140,000 MILES

Runs really good lots of power until one half mile, then not enough power to move on flat land. Has a code 13 "cylinder head temperature sensor". Says in the book behind timing belt cover. It does not exist.

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 9:56 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros. Com. First, the sensor is located on the inside of the rear of the head between the head and intake. See attached pictures.

The attached pictures, 3 to 7 are a flow chart to help diagnose the problem.

Let me know if these help of if you have other questions. Also, I would like to know if you find the sensor.

Take care,
Joe

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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 7:54 PM

SWINGINTRUSS

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Wrong motor.

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Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 AT 7:49 AM

SWINGINTRUSS

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The sensor is cylinder head temperature sensor.

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Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 AT 7:52 AM

KEN L

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Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job:

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

Check out the other engine diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken

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Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 AT 10:25 AM

SWINGINTRUSS

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Ken the picture shows the correct engine, but the code 13 says it is the cylinder head temperature sensor not the coolant temperature sensor. Are they the same thing? Thanks, Ken.