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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2011GRAND CHEROKEE 2WD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR/SWITCH (FOR COMPUTER)SERVICE AND REPAIRENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR - REMOVAL
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V6-3.6L
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Removal
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V6-3.6LSECTION Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Removal
3.6L ENGINE
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor on the 3.6L engine is installed into a water jacket at rear of the cylinder head on the left side of the engine.
WARNING: Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.
NOTE: Do not waste reusable coolant. If solution is clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse.
1. Partially drain the cooling system.Service and Repair
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.
3. Remove the sensor from the cylinder head.
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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.