Temperature sensor removal

1999 FORD EXPLORER
246,600 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CARLA REED
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Easiest way to remove old temperature sensor? We are having a hard time getting a wrench/socket on it.

Thanks,

Carla Reed
Nov 23, 2018 at 9:27 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

I attached a picture for you to view.

You need a 3/4 deep chrome socket that will go over it. If not then use an open end wrench to get on the sensor.

Roy
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Nov 23, 2018 at 9:45 AM
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CARLA REED
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Thanks for replying so quickly. We were looking at wrong area.
Nov 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay.

Glad I could help.

Roy
Nov 23, 2018 at 10:09 AM
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