Where is the engine coolant temperature sensor located?

160,000 MILES • 3.1L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
FRAZIER88
  • MEMBER
  • 53 POSTS
The car listed above is a limited Edition. It started to blow only cold air and overheat at the same time messed with the controls inside on the dash and it randomly started blowing hot air and the engine cooled off. Strange right? 15,000 miles later it started this again only overheating at a constant, so I changed the thermostat, the water pump, the radiator, flushed the heater core (water flow freely), changed the cabin filter, and now I'm stuck. Randomly though the heat will start to work and then the engine stays cool but that only lasts a moment. There are no leaks anywhere except when it overheats and goes out the overflow that's it. So, I'm exploring any other option I can find.
Feb 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
STRAILER
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 55,688 POSTS
I have seen the water pump impeller become loose or rust out causing this problem. With the thermostat out and the upper radiator hose off you can start the engine for a second to see if coolant is pumped out, have a drain basin ready to catch the coolant. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
Feb 12, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle