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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2005MAGNUM V6-2.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR/SWITCH (FOR COMPUTER)SERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum V6-2.7L VIN R
Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair
2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum V6-2.7L VIN RSECTION Service and Repair
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Partially drain cooling system.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2).
4. Remove engine coolant sensor (1) from coolant outlet tube (3).
INSTALLATION
1. Apply thread sealant to sensor threads.
2. Install engine coolant temperature sensor (1) into coolant outlet tube (3).
3. Tighten sensor to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect electrical connector (2) to engine coolant temperature sensor (1).
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Partially drain cooling system.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2).
4. Remove engine coolant sensor (1) from coolant outlet tube (3).
INSTALLATION
1. Apply thread sealant to sensor threads.
2. Install engine coolant temperature sensor (1) into coolant outlet tube (3).
3. Tighten sensor to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect electrical connector (2) to engine coolant temperature sensor (1).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.