1998 Ford Contour temp sender

1998 FORD CONTOUR
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MOA1405
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Engine Cooling problem
1998 Ford Contour 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

i have to put on a after market water temp gauge . a friend of mine kid broke the water pump belt and ran it hot till motor stoped. i was surprised but i got it running. but temp gauge is stuck over pass hot. can you tell me where the temp sender is so i know where to look not much room and im a big guy
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Jul 13, 2009 at 5:07 AM
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RASMATAZ
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The engine coolant temperature sensor is located upper rear of engine. See item no.21 below


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Jul 13, 2009 at 6:51 AM
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