Cooling temperature sensor location

2011 FORD EXPLORER
158,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TSIMON
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Where is my cooling temperature sensor on my truck?
Apr 2, 2019 at 5:35 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

It is on the front of bank 1 cylinder head and it is called the Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor (CHT). In the diagrams down below I have included location diagrams and specific tests for you to do. You will need to use a multi-meter set to Ohms for resistance testing. If you are unfamiliar with how to do this I have included a link below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

Please go through the guide and the reference material down below in the diagrams and get back to us with what you find out.

Thanks,
Alex
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Apr 2, 2019 at 6:52 PM
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