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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2007GRAND CHEROKEE 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR/SWITCH (FOR COMPUTER)SERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2
Removal
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2SECTION Removal
5.7L
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor on the 5.7L engine is located under the air conditioning compressor. It is installed into a water jacket at the front of the cylinder block.
WARNING: Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.
1. Partially drain the cooling system.
2. Remove accessory drive belt.
3. Carefully unbolt air conditioning compressor from front of engine. Do not disconnect any A/C hoses from compressor. Temporarily support compressor to gain access to ECT sensor.
4. Disconnect electrical connector from sensor.
5. Remove sensor from cylinder block.
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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.