Where is the coolant temperature sensor located?

2012 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
178,000 MILES • 1.7L • TURBO • 2WD • MANUAL
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TIN74
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Hi, I have a new coolant temperature sensor to fit but I don't know where it is located. can you please help? I'm not a mechanic.
Jan 20, 2022 at 12:56 PM
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Hello,

The coolant temperature sensor is located on the thermostat housing.
If you open the hood and follow for the radiator hose from the radiator to the engine, you will find the thermostat housing and the coolant temperature sensor is screwed on to that housing.

Since Vauxhall is not sold in the USA, I do not have a diagram with the replacement procedure.
I have attached a picture for your reference.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-coolant-temperature-sensor
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:08 PM
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TIN74
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Thanks Sean. I'll have a look in the morning, appreciate the help.
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:12 PM
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You are welcome. Let me know if you are able to find it.
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:14 PM
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TIN74
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Will do thanks. Can I ask you another question?
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:15 PM
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Yes, of course.
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:44 PM
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TIN74
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Thanks where is the ambient air sensor? As was told that would sort my temperature read out on my clock so I've got one of them too.
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:53 PM
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The ambient air sensor is located right behind the front grille. Look at the picture below. Its approximately where the red mark is.
Jan 20, 2022 at 1:58 PM
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TIN74
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Thanks again.
Jan 20, 2022 at 2:00 PM
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You are welcome.
Jan 20, 2022 at 2:01 PM