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Need to change radiator cooling sensor, where is it located?

Tiny
SUZY MOONEY
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  • 1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 85,000 MILES
My fans work if it is wired to run all the time if it's not it overheats was told fan sensor needs changed. Where is it located so I can change It I'm just getting over having cancer and haven't worked since 2017 so I can't afford take it to a mechanic my ex also stole my car drove it hot now it's missing on 2 cylinders on back of motor. Are the heads cracked?
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Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 AT 1:55 PM

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Tiny
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I am sorry to hear about your troubles, it sounds like the engine may have had a problem, but it will need to be tested to confirm the problem. Here is a guide to go over that will give you more information. Also, I have included the coolant sensor location so you can swap it out.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-an-overheating-engine

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Thursday, October 31st, 2024 AT 1:58 PM

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