What is this sensor?

1994 DODGE RAM
300,000 MILES • 5.9L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OLLIE2022
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Hi, wondering what sensor this is with the red tab on the aluminum (condenser) maybe not sure of the part either but there are two aluminum lines running from it. Middle of the picture Thanks Guys you are awesome.
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Nov 29, 2022 at 2:19 PM
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STEVE W.
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The red tab is a Chrysler safety lock that is a pain, the sensor is a pressure sensor for the A/C refrigerant. It tells the PCM if there is high or low pressure in the system. If the sensor fails, the A/C system will stop working.
Nov 29, 2022 at 11:57 PM
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