3.8L Engine

2011 Jeep Wrangler Sport, AutomaticSECTION 3.8L Engine
Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
GC0130729Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR (ETC)
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
WARNING:

Hot, pressurized coolant can cause injury by scalding. Cooling system must be partially drained before removing the coolant temperature sensor.

  1. Remove air cleaner assembly. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL
  2. Partially drain the cooling system.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the engine coolant sensor (1).
  4. Remove the sensor from the intake manifold.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.