Where is the coolant temperature sensor on my vehicle?

2013 BUICK VERANO
115,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MOWER87
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I'm getting an "Engine hot/AC off" message immediately upon turning the key, and the coolant temperature is pegged low.

Disconnecting the battery for a while temporarily cleared the condition.

I believe the coolant temperature sensor is either failing or has a bad connection. I need to know its location to be able to clean the contacts and/or replace the sensor.
Apr 11, 2023 at 12:13 PM
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STRAILER
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It looks like the coolant temperature sensor is near the thermostat housing and upper radiator hose. Please check out the images below for the location. Please let us know what happens.
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Apr 11, 2023 at 7:57 PM
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