Powerless

1992 NISSAN MAXIMA
140,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SWINGINTRUSS
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Runs really good lots of power until one half mile, then not enough power to move on flat land. Has a code 13 "cylinder head temperature sensor". Says in the book behind timing belt cover. It does not exist.
May 22, 2018 at 2:56 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.com. First, the sensor is located on the inside of the rear of the head between the head and intake. See attached pictures.

The attached pictures, 3 to 7 are a flow chart to help diagnose the problem.

Let me know if these help of if you have other questions. Also, I would like to know if you find the sensor.

Take care,
Joe
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May 22, 2018 at 12:54 PM
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SWINGINTRUSS
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Wrong motor.
May 23, 2018 at 12:49 AM
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SWINGINTRUSS
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The sensor is cylinder head temperature sensor.
May 23, 2018 at 12:52 AM
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STRAILER
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Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Check out the other engine diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
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May 23, 2018 at 3:25 AM
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SWINGINTRUSS
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Ken the picture shows the correct engine, but the code 13 says it is the cylinder head temperature sensor not the coolant temperature sensor. Are they the same thing? Thanks, Ken.
May 23, 2018 at 3:13 PM
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STRAILER
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Yes, they are the same thing.
May 24, 2018 at 4:07 AM
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