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Replacement engine will not start when the engine is hot?

Tiny
BRENDALJEWELL
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 8,503 MILES
I had a new engine installed, new alternator, new battery. My car will not start if the engine is hot, everything else works will not start in park or neutral. When it cools off it starts right up. Everything is really hot under the hood. Of course, the engine warranty is expired the car has sat a lot between having the battery replaced twice and a new alternator.
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Friday, August 4th, 2023 AT 6:22 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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I have seen the engine coolant temperature sensor go out and cause this problem, but we should scan the PCM for codes to see what it says.

This guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Here is the location of the coolant temperature sensor in case a code comes up for it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know how it goes.
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Friday, August 4th, 2023 AT 1:08 PM
Tiny
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Anything?
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Monday, May 6th, 2024 AT 12:16 PM

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