Saved me a bunch of time and headache trying to figure out where this was after my CEL threw the P0128 code. Many thanks to you sir!

@StephenRamsey

3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for the positive feedback and I hope it saved you some time And money!

This video was the only way i was ever going to replace this sensor myself. Kudos to this video this is not an easy task. The sensor is 19mm. gear wrench was my best friend. No socket extension needed

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Sergio Arteaga thank you for the support and the details of the tools you used to hopefully make this easier for other youtubers! Like you said, it was not an easy task for sure! Please subscribe and feel free to share!

about to do this job tomorrow and was doing some research. i couldnt find ANYTHING. until i came across this. Thanks! 5 years later

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

🤘🏼Rock on! I’m really glad it helped, sorry for the terrible video setup, it was my first video on KZread. All I can say is, take your time and use patience because it sucks getting to it! Good luck and stay well

@mkrv01d_sp4ce2

Жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey im a newer tech, going on about 6 months, this is on my stepdads car, i have a basic feel for most things but the hardest part was finding the damn thing. the video is fine and exactly what i needed!

I hardly comment on any videos. This here deserves a thousand comments. Your a Savior!!! I have seen tons of forums and videos and they are all horrible. This video here is the one! Thanks a ton man!

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

I truly appreciate the kind words, really! I hope it helped save you a little headache and money from the dealership! 🤙🏼

Great job man....gonna get after it right now!

Thanks you so much this help me out so much I hope you do more videos on this Jeep

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim Yo, thank you for viewing and I’m glad that it helped! As things arise I will definitely continue to load videos, hopefully no more issues with the Jeep arise soon though, haha. But please Subscribe and feel free to share if you haven’t already. Thanks again!

I'm going to the junkyard and practice taking it off tomorrow. Looks like a pain but great video. Thanks.

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, it definitely is a pain. I had to really take my time since the first new sensor I put in the socket slipped damaging the plastic clip on the sensor so I had to go get another sensor. But thank you for the feedback and for watching! Hopefully this helps!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

This helps so much! Thank you. I felt I was going crazy

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

You and me both! Thanks for the feedback and glad this helped!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

Appreciate this video, I found the senor but my patience and hands just couldn't get the clip off. Took it to a small shop, they said they couldn't get to it either. I guess will just have to fork up this money to the dealer. 2014 Overland.

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help in some way, but I feel for you not being able to get that clip released. Hopefully the rate has went down on that job because it’s such a common issue but I appreciate you taking the time to stop by the channel and the feedback on your year and model. I’ve heard the newer they’ve gotten the harder they’ve been to access, which is ridiculous! Best wishes John!

Thank you. Great video. Saved me a lot of time.

Appreciate the video, helped me a ton!

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Travyyy92 I'm glad it helped and hopefully saved you a lot of money in the process. I also appreciate the comment letting me know. Please, if you haven't already, feel free to subscribe and give it a thumbs up to help my channel and feel free to share. Cheers!

Thank you! Great video, clear explanation, very well done. A million thanks.

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thanks @yvonnelee4396! Sorry the quality is a little off because it was my first KZread video, but I’m glad it helped and hopefully saved you some money!! 🤙🏼

Thank you for posting this video. Helped tremendously ‼️

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m glad it did and hope it saved you some stress and money!!

Thanks a bunch. Same location on a Durango. Almost started taking a bunch of stuff apart.

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Benjamin I’m glad this helped! I searched and looked around for hours myself and it sounded like I needed to remove parts as well to get to it. You could remove other parts to make it easier to change, but then you have to put it all back together. As long as you take your time, it can be done without removing anything else! Thanks again for the feedback!

@marcoshernandez1634

6 жыл бұрын

Benjamin Galinak same here. 2011 Durango. I was going crazy trying to find it. Thanks Stephen!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

thank you for sharing info brother that help me out tons !!!!

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thanks brotha and I'm sorry I'm just now seeing your comment! I'm glad one of my videos helped and hopefully helped save you some money and headache!

Tons of help , thanks keep info coming

Really appreciate your video saved me 437 quote from dealer thanks

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! I’m glad it helped!!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

I have a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and I believe your video amoungst many I've looked at... This may be out!!! Thanks. I'll let you know

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Justin! I hope it helped and hope your sensor replacement goes smooth. It took some time to replace but saved me about $500 at the time without dealing with the dealership.🤙🏼 keep us all posted!

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Also, if you’d like to help the channel and algorithm, please leave a thumbs up and subscribe if you’d like. Again, keep us updated!🤙🏼

Great video the only one I found that was helpful thank you much

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! It was my first video I ever loaded so sorry for the poor quality and not holding my phone properly but I’m happy to hear that it’s still helping people!!

Yes thank you so much bro this is exactly what I needed

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad it helped @tyk9136! I appreciate you checking it out and sorry for the crappy quality, it was my first video on KZread. Be easy🤙🏼

Great video. Tons of help. Thank you very much.

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob, I’m glad this video helped out!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

I love this guy

Thanks for the excellent video. My daughter's 2014 Grand Cherokee just threw this P0128 code so I'll be tackling this probably next week, along with the thermostat. The only real issue I see is that I'm 70 years old! Hopefully I can get to the sensor, get the wire clip undone and then unscrew it. Wish me luck.

@_lunavisuals

2 жыл бұрын

How it go?? I replaced the Thermostat but I keep getting the code I suspect is the ECT Sensor that need to be replaced next

@kentuckyed

2 жыл бұрын

@@_lunavisuals I replaced the thermostat and my problem went away, so I never had to tackle the sensor.

@_lunavisuals

2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff man 👏🏽 that’s great news bud

Thank you you are the only person who knew where this damn sensor was 😂😂😂😂 thank you thank you

@StephenRamsey

2 ай бұрын

Glad the video helped!

Thanks bud! Worked for me!

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear Dark Raider! Sorry I just saw your comment!~

Better than a Hayes Manual. Thank you 😊!!!

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jac, thanks for the kind words and I’m glad it helped!!

Huge help thanks man

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help and sorry I'm just seeing your comment. Hopefully I saved you some money and headache along the way!

Thanks. Accurate and right to the point.

@StephenRamsey

8 ай бұрын

Appreciate the positive words Scott! Hopefully it saves you some headache and money! Replacing it is its own headache haha!

Thank you for that very helpful

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped!

Thanks for showing where it was. I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.6 and ive been wracking my mind trying to figure it out.

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing and I'm glad it helped! Hopefully helped save some money as well. Dealership wanted something like $500 to replace this annoying little part. I don't know why they didn't just leave the thermostats cast iron as they were before with this sensor attached to the thermostat. But the engineers aren't usually the mechanics. Take care!

@zachweiss6183

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You take care as well

Do you know where the second one is by chance?

Fantastic! Thank you.

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Hope it helped!

Was your truck rising temp like crazy then goes down and tends to overheat after awhile of driving it ? And was u getting a code ?

What is the temperature you running for summer

Thanks man. I wouldve never found it

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Jesse, really glad this video helped you out!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

Thanks this was very helpful. I had idea where was at when smashed deer on dodge caravan 3.6 know it was on driver side

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thank ya and I'm sorry I'm just now seeing your comment! I'm glad one of my videos helped and hopefully helped save you some money and headache! Sorry to hear about the deer incident. I hope you got it fixed and that everyone's okay!

Thank you very much. I'm working on a 2015 Grand Cherokee and nobody has been able to tell me where to look. I still need to take another look but am confident you have found what I'm looking for.

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck my man! It isn’t easy to get to, but $30 for a sensor versus over $500 to replace it at the dealership, hopefully it saves you some money and it resolves your issue! 🤙🏼

@Skyfli69

Жыл бұрын

Hey Tim, trying to do this on my 2015 as well. Were you able to locate and what’s the best tool to use?

Thank you so much for this

@StephenRamsey

7 ай бұрын

Hopefully it helped you out! 🤙🏼

hello i see alot people have jgc i have 2011 what is the normal operating temperature in hot day .

Where on the clip am I supposed to push? I have pulled the red tab up but can feel a point to push to get it off

You dah bomb just subscribed

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thanks bro I really appreciate it!

I couldn't find it, thx to u, got it chgd

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Took me forever to find it as well!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Please feel free to share and subscribe to help my channel. Thanks again!

Thank You👍

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing Mike! Hope it helped and hope it saved you from spending unnecessary money at the dealership! Take care~

Great video! Just to clarify, am i replacing the open clip you pointed at behind the a/c lines or the red n blk clip by the silver aluminum cover?

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. And the black clip that I believe you are talking about is just holding one of the lines in place that I moved out of the way, and actually you shouldn’t have to replace any of the clips themselves. Once you pull back the silver flashing or cylinder that covers the sensor, you should see the red and black clip attached to the sensor that you are looking for (ECT sensor) that is to be replaced if this video and comments match what troubles you’re experiencing.

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Also, if this video helps, if you wouldn’t mind sharing and subscribing that would mean the world to me! Thanks for viewing and the question. I hope my response helps.

@MsGataBC

5 жыл бұрын

No problem! I think that answers my question, I am still a little confused. Because when I look at the parts on Amazon it looks like the part on the video that is standing by itself, not the one that has the red and black clips

@MsGataBC

5 жыл бұрын

2:44

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Ok, and I believe I’m a little confused myself. You’re looking for just the sensor online correct? The stock sensor has a gray connector and the one that I installed was Duralast with a blue connector, all of the brands are probably different, but the red and black clip is the only thing that are those colors attached to the vehicle, the sensor will not be black and red. Am I understanding correctly or am I still missing something in communication? And thank you for the time reference to point that out!

Thanks

Does anyone knows where that sensor is located on 2015 Cherokee trail hawk 3.2 v6 ?

Thanks!

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Doug! Thanks for watching! Feel free to share and please subscribe!

Thank you!

@StephenRamsey

6 ай бұрын

Very welcome! Hope it helped locating it and saving you some money!

My grand Cherokee 2012 temp is unstable- never to low and never to high and still unstable , Is it normal?

how many Sensors are there

Thank you so much

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Hope it helped and hope it saved you some money!!

I saw you used a Duralast temp sensor, any issues with that brand? I've heard both good and bad on Duralast parts, no experience of my own with that brand... Just curious. I usually use NAPA parts... Great video also! I have the same issue going on with my '11 GC. You are very helpful!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Gregg, I’m glad you liked the video and glad it helped! In this case I didn’t have a preference like most sensors. So far no issues and yes I usually use NAPA parts or dealership parts myself. But my local Autozone had it in stock so I just went there. But please, feel free to share and subscribe I would appreciate it very much!

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Gregg, I’m glad you liked the video and glad it helped! In this case I didn’t have a preference like most sensors. So far no issues and yes I usually use NAPA parts or dealership parts myself. But my local Autozone had it in stock so I just went there. But please, feel free to share and subscribe I would appreciate it very much!

thanx for the vid

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing! I hope it helped!

Thank you

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing Jose and I hope this saved you some money and headache! Sorry I'm just now seeing your comment.

Thanks for the vid.. do you have to drain the coolant?

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, sorry I just saw your comment and hopefully you got this fixed if you've had the same issue but I did not drain the coolant but I did keep an eye on the levels when I warmed it back up. Take care!~

I don’t know what direction to push on the release clip . I know it has a pull upwards and push but it doesn’t come loose ????

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Adrian, the clip does not come all the way out but it should be a red clip that should slide back and then you may have to carefully wiggle the clip off. But after a moment it should back off of the sensor.

I replaced the Thermostat because I had the P0128 code but I keep getting the code I suspect is the ECT Sensor that need to be replaced next? Has anyone had the same issue

What about the coolant temp sensor on the oil cooler. With the oil temp sensor. Do you know what that coolant sensor does? Is it just for the temperature gauge? I'm having trouble with my fan not coming on and was just wondering if the one in the head is the only one that controls the fan?

@madoshhansraj3319

2 ай бұрын

Having that same problem

I removed the censor !!!!! for some reason I couldn’t get a socket in there ac hard line in the way . So I had to do an open end rachet work better, and I found where the push button is it’s on top of the connector pull and push the upper part of the censor not the lower part like you say I tried and I tried your way finally I seen the top push button thank god for your video if you do his make sure you have the area well lit and a fan near cause you will sure sweat your ass off I did mine in 114 degrees it was a nightmare

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Thanks ya and I'm sorry I'm just now seeing your comment! I'm glad the video helped and hopefully helped save you some money and headache! That weather sounds absolutely brutal though and good pointers for anyone else that comes across this comment!

Is this the same as the IAT? Code P0113? I have both showing up on my 2011 - P0128 and P0113

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Michael, the P0113 code leans more towards the IAT sensor which reacts to the negative temperature and also work with the ECM to monitor the air temperature that the engine is processing. I’m not 100% sure if the 2 codes are related but I could see where they very well could be with it being a Jeep or Dodge. If you don’t mind taking the time to change the sensor out (literally taking your time to back out the old one and slowly put the new one in and then let the engine warm up for about 5 minutes at idle, then I’d drive it around easily to your local auto parts store and have the code checked again to see if any code has dismissed itself. It’s very interesting that you’re having that code pop up as well and I appreciate the question since no one has commented or messaged me about this. Once you find your resolution, please post what you did and the outcome! I’d really appreciate it!

Now that we know were that sensor is . Whats the best way to replace it .

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Oscar, it really depends, unfortunately I have not found an easy way, so if you do please share! You can do like I did and move the lines/vacuum lines out of the way and pin them back gently with a bungee cord, work your hand back there to uncover and unhook the sensor, then with the right extension, socket and socket wrench easily back out the old sensor, then reverse the procedure of course putting the new one in. Or if you’re doing your spark plugs as well, go ahead and get the upper plenum gasket kit and just remove the plenum when you change your plugs to be able to get to the back of that head. That would be the easiest way that I could find. If you aren’t doing your plugs at the same time, the way I went about it was the easiest for me at the time. Wish I would’ve just changed my plugs at the same time honestly! Great question!

Ect replacement procedure

Hello Stephen! Thanks for the video, this is really helpful. Question where can I find the sensor? Like in mopar or what shop? Can’t find it anywhere. Mine is a 2012 3.6 Greetings from Costa Rica

@StephenRamsey

Ай бұрын

Hey Juan Carlos, you can try CarParts.com, or Amazon/ebay, just type in your year make and model, along with ECT Sensor and see where they ship and if they ship to Costa Rica! Thanks for viewing and the question

😄👍 definitely helpful

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear Charlton! Sorry I just saw your comment and hope it saved you some money from taking it to the dealer!!~

What side did you take it out in what camera angle before the rad lines or fender side bi sterrin coloum wich way had enough room

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

It was on the backside of the head on the drivers side and I believe I went behind the ac/fuel lines. I rewatched the video to best describe that but it’s been a long time since I even owned this vehicle so my memory on that part was a little hazy. I had to move some electrical lines out of the way and pop some clips out, but it just takes a little time and patience.

@billw5259

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response very appreciated have safe and happy holidays

@billw5259

Жыл бұрын

I looked everywhere on driver side in back of head cant see that cover over the conector and cant see sensor i have 2013 jeep grand cherokee 3.6 ugggg

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

@@billw5259 of course! And you too sir, much appreciated!

عندي مشكله ياصديقي جراند شيروكي انابيب المكيف تتجمد لذالك لابد ان اضع البروده ع درجة 24c لكي لاتتجمد برآيك اين الخلل

Hey, does anyone know what the correct part number is for the ECT sensor? Looks looks there are 2 different ones on line. Either #68164627AA or #5149077AB. Looks like the first one is a straight thread with a gasket and the second one is a tapered pipe thread with some thread locker on the threads.

@carlosa.1511

2 жыл бұрын

For my 2011 jeep grand cherokee laredo 3.6l is the second one.

That’s awesome of you bud, thank you very much! Does this sensor keep your Jeep from staying on using your remote start? And do you have a video showing how or what tool used to remove the sensor?

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Abel, yes I did run into that issue! When using the remote start it would start up and run for about 3-5 seconds than then the Jeep would turn itself back off. And unfortunately I don't have a video showing the tool, but it was a long socket I believe either 17 or 18 mm and a 5 inch extension, 3/8 inch drive.

@motorcyclescene

2 жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey That's happening because of the P0128 error code. An ODBC reader will allow you to clear the error message (temporarily) and your remote will work, until the engine light comes on again. If you repeat this 10 times, the error message is stored in a "permanent" area and everything goes back to "normal".

thank you...

@StephenRamsey

6 ай бұрын

No problem hopefully you found it a little easier and it saved you some money!

Did this throw any other codes? My 2012 GC is over cooling itself triggering a P0480. After changing the fan relay, fan works fine I'm moving down the line and the ECT is on the list.

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey banshee107, I actually replaced this sensor and my thermostat at the same time to be safe just in case this code caused any issues to it. Drove it a short distance and the CEL went off. Mine wasn’t over heating but if you haven’t changed the thermostat I know they will throw some odd codes on the 2012 models on their own and they’re fairly inexpensive. But it does make a mess and you’ll need a little more of the OEM antifreeze from the dealer to top it back off.

@banshee107

6 жыл бұрын

I did replace the thermostat and topped up the coolant but I’m still getting a P0480 code and still over cooling. Gunna replace this and check all the grounds.

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Okay and sounds like a good plan! Good luck and if you find out what the it is causing the issue please reply with what your results were and how you figured it out! Thanks again.

@travissmith5581

6 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks

@mohammednabbous7174

5 жыл бұрын

Hi banshee107 Did replacing the sensor helped you with your P0480 code problem Am having the Same case here Fan speed 1 & 2 are always ON. Tried replacing the fan, PCM, TIPM relay and the thermostat nothing changed the fan is always ON and The car is not overheating. The only two things remain here are the TIPM it self and the sensor

Is the ETC sensor same as the oil pressure sensor ?

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

It isn’t, your oil pressure sensor is down in the valley if you were to remove the plenum and upper intake it will be down in there. Is it throwing a oil pump stuck high code?

Would you know the torque spec. for the sensor or did you just tighten it until you couldn't anymore?

@StephenRamsey

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, I actually saw that the stock sensor was only tightened about half way up the threads, so that's as far as I tightened the new sensor. I couldn't find any torque specs myself, so I went by that.

@chrisrodriguez4507

6 жыл бұрын

Stephen R Awesome! Thanks for replying!

Is this the same location for a 2013 grand d cherokee ?

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

If it is the 3.6L I would presume it is in the same place. As far as I know on the 2013 only some physical changes were made to the interior and exterior of the Jeep’s. Any luck on finding it? I apologize I just saw your comment/question.

I've changed my thermostat twice now & GC still running hot hopefully this is what I've been missing

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Benjamin, I know how frustrating it is! This sensor is a pain to get to but it was totally worth replacing! If you don’t mind posting an update on if this solves your issue or if it’s a radiator issue please.

@pierrejr19

5 жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey I tried to change the sensor today but I couldn't get the clip undone. The combination of the very limited space and insulated sleeve that's around the clip and sensor I couldn't get to it. I could feel the clip come partially undone but just couldn't get enough pressure on clip to fully release. I'm gonna tru again on the weekend.

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

Benjamin Pierre jr what worked for me with that stubborn thing is if you have a fingernail you can easily get under the red part to lightly pull/lift back on it to get it to back out a little from the inside of the clip to release the pressure, that’s what allow the clip to be squeezed to be removed from the sensor. Just done forget to push that red piece back in when you attach the clip to the new sensor so it locks in!

@pierrejr19

5 жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey forgot to update you. I changed my sensor which u kno was a tough son of a gun. Jeep was still running hot... I did a coolant flush and runs like new again.

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear! I’m glad you’re back up and running smoothly and thanks for the update!

Etc stands for electronic throttle control

I’m so damn thankful you made this video bro thank you but do you have ANY info/videos of how to go about actually removing the sensor ?!

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

I hope this video helped Jeffrow! And with using a 10” extension and a u joint socket adapter with how I had it fed through there, my wife literally took photos of me sitting on the radiator support with my feet in the engine bay working on it haha. Would’ve been about impossible for a camera to see anything but it was my first time recording and loading anything so it definitely isn’t my best work and I wish it was better. All I can say is, fit everything up socket wise and take your time! Best of luck and patience my friend!

my car fan took too long to start working and the temp get to 109c , changed thormstate helped but didnt fix the problem, so im going to change this sensor and see if its help

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Hey solo iQ, thermostat was a great place to start but I hate that it didn't fix your issue. I do hope replacing the sensor helps though and please keep me updated on the end result! Thanks!~

@Suliman-iq

2 жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey temp sensor didnt fix the problem, im thinking the relay or rad cap problem, i did chamge rad cap, but still lose

Do you have to drain the coolant to replace

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Wayne, I hope you got your issue resolved and my apologies I just saw your comment but I did not drain my coolant, but I did of course keep an eye on the levels when I warmed it back up! Thanks for viewing and again I hope it helped!~

I have a 2014 3.6 and I really can’t find it anywhere. Any help???

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Jason Ocampo it should be in the same spot. The only difference in the 2 engines is the 2014 I believe is the VVT model, but the sensor should be in the same place. The video makes it seem easier to see than it really is. Even in the daylight I had to use a flashlight and move some things out of the way to be able to see it, much less get to it to replace it.

I own the same vehicle and just replaced the thermostat due to a p0128 code. It definiteley takes less time for the car to warm up, but now the radiator fan turns on too late, 228F, which is past the half point on the gauge. Obviously when the car is moving, temp is fine around 200 (cant remember exactly). My check engine light is off but the code is still stored when scanned, even if i delete it, it instantly shows back up. I figured I'll try this as well and see the end result. Did you drain the coolant before replacing the ect?

@StephenRamsey

5 жыл бұрын

It will most likely continue to store that code until the sensor itself is replaced but I bet that light when off since the thermostat is doing what it can to help the engine properly cool in a way that doesn’t trigger it. But if the sensor is bad you may run the risk of damaging the new thermostat as well. As long as the engine is cold, you shouldn’t have to do anything to the fluid when changing the sensor since there’s no pressure behind it. You shouldn’t have any fluid flow out either when you take the old sensor out. Just as I mentioned in the other comments, take as much time as you need to back the old one out slowly, which you kind of have to since it’s hard to get to, and take your time easing the new one in not risking breaking the plastic clip. Hopefully this helps and if it doesn’t let me know if I can help explain in a different way! Thanks for the question and viewing and please feel free to share and subscribe if this video helped!

@manuelm7674

5 жыл бұрын

Hi i have the same problem with my grand cherokee 2011 fan activates at 228 farenh, i change the thermostat, please i don t know what to do

@alinb1084

4 жыл бұрын

Manuel M I was told that this is normal temp for it to turn on. Just make sure you bleed the system and you’re good to go. It’s been month since I replaced it and have had no issues.

@TheBooze13

4 жыл бұрын

Alin Barbat yea it’s strange but normal temp for the fan to kick on is 225F. You Probly don’t realize it in the summer because while AC is on the fan is on but yea that’s normal

What are the symptoms when this sensor goes bad?

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

So a few things could happen, first off either a temp sensor is going to throw a code, or the most common is the check engine light is going to come on. Once it comes on, it may throw the P0128 code that refers to the cooling system. If you don't have any leaks and you have the proper mixture of coolant, and the correct coolant for the vehicle, then it doesn't leave much other than the thermostat and this sensor that could be reading incorrectly, or they could have gone bad. The thermostat is about the same price as the sensor, and they're made from a plastic type material for the housing, so it doesn't exactly hurt to go ahead and replace that while you've got everything pulled apart. This sensor is kind of a whole other animal to get to and replace, but you can do it yourself for about $25-$50, or pay the dealership $500 to do it for you. It really just takes time and patience to replace. But back to your original question, it's going to throw some type of code reading the temp gauge, and if you've ever had a check engine light on, I'm sure you've noticed the vehicle performance depreciates and the vehicle just doesn't act right, especially these newer vehicles that have all of the sensors and computers operating so many components.

Don't you have to remove the Purge Valve/Line, and the AC lines in order to get to it? Practically impossible to get to it without removing those lines

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Great question Enrique, with extensions and U-joint socket adapters I was able to get to the sensor just after moving some electrical wiring and plastics (and the air box) my wife actually got photos of me sitting in the engine bay on top of the radiator support to get the right angle. Now it did take a few hours from start to finish, but $30 beat the $500 the dealer wanted to fix it.

@Grubkiller

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man, I feel ya. I might make another attempt at it. My only concern was the AC lines. I was quoted ~ 2015 Grand Cherokee Limited AWD 3.6 Thanks Bro!

Hey is this is the same as a 2011 durango???

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

My apologies for the delay I never saw your comment/question pop up. However, I have heard on the 3.6 2011 Durango that it is in the same spot. I did also hear that on the V8 models that it's slightly in a different place, but over all positioning is about the same area in the engine bay. I hoped this video helped locating it and potentially saving you some money!

@evanjones3255

4 жыл бұрын

Yes this is the same setup for the 3.6L durango. This is literally the only video/info I found on the entire internet with an exact location.

@rigsvt

4 жыл бұрын

Evan Jones I have a 2011 Durango V6 as well and it’s throwing code P0117 indicating that it’s this sensor. The car is overheating and I’ve already replaced the Thermostat I’m hoping this is the issue. Any advice?

This video did help but some of them have a cone shaped cover over them

Was wondering where that was... changing thermostat first.

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

I do hope yours is just the thermostat, definitely muck easier to change than the ECT sensor on these engines! Please let me know if simply changing the thermostat on yours worked and what year make and model vehicle you have! Thanks!!

@gillermorivera4891

3 жыл бұрын

Bout to change my thermostat p0128 code and the code p0480 just came on wich I think is the sensor hopefully changing the thermostat everything will be running smoothly 2012 jeep gc

Bro I just had a hard time getting the clip off if you press in between the red clip right in the middle the whole clip will release its self

@StephenRamsey

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that for everyone sir! I wasn’t used to making videos back then so I know I left some good details like that one out!

@Mrbackyard74

10 ай бұрын

@@StephenRamsey no thanks for taking the time to show us 🫡🫡🫡

@StephenRamsey

10 ай бұрын

@@Mrbackyard74 ​​⁠most definitely, glad I could be of some assistance!

My fan stopped coming on completely, had an issue with my engine light coming on/off here and there, Canadian Tire found no problems and had no problem charging me $140 to tell me that. Been on solidly for 2 months now, only recently discovered fan not turning on, gonna replace thia and hope it's the issue, but with my massive hands and arms I may have to charge admission to that vulgar show!

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Seth, I just replaced the fan in one where the motor in the fan just died. I presume you’ve already checked your fan but also as I mention here, I went ahead and replaced the thermostat first, mainly because it was easier and has a plastic housing versus the older cast iron housing but had to move to this repair because the thermostat wasn’t the actual issue in my case either. Hopefully you figure out what’s going on. A fan would be much easier to replace if that was the case but best of luck and please touch back here and provide an update in regards to your resolution! 🤙🏼

@sethdeduns

2 жыл бұрын

@@StephenRamsey aside from looking everything over for signs of decay I haven't checked the fan outright, I'm a little short on tools (no code reader or multimeter) so just troubleshooting one thing at a time. I got into the engine and after MUCH struggle got the clip off the sensor only to find that there's an a/c line in my way preventing me from getting a deep socket on it 🤬 Completely out of ideas now as I can't lift the vehicle to see if it's any more accessible underneath.

@StephenRamsey

2 жыл бұрын

@@sethdeduns I had to use an angle socket adapter and a long extension or I wouldn’t have gotten past those lines either. And the easiest ways I find to test fans is to purchase one from Autozone or a local parts store that you can return it to if needed, swap it out and start it up, once that thermostat opens up around 170-180 degrees(should be able to watch this on the digital display) it should kick right on. If not, a bad sensor or thermostat could have still caused an issue with the fan so I wouldn’t entirely rule it out. I know this is a pain but it beats $500-$1000 at the dealer to figure it all out. Labor prices are stupid these days.

Sorry this is a bit long, but I feel like a little more info for this particular deal is warranted, the info on this issue is shockingly absent. While I'm grateful Stephen made this video because it's literally the only one out there for this engine (same engine as the 3.6L dodge durango), I have a few things to add. I really hope I'm not the only person out there that is thoroughly cussing Chrysler after tackling this. EVERY other video I watched for other vehicles coolant temp sensors, the sensor is conveniently located at the top front of the motor where you just pop it off and slap a new one on - even some other Chrysler vehicles. Rest assured, you'll have no such luck on your 3.6L V6. I moved ALL of the electrical lines out of the way and the two A/C lines that run right by the sensor were still the biggest problems. I'm no mechanic so I didn't mess with them but if you have a buddy with the knowledge and the A/C stuff move those too - this would've turned my 8 hour job into about a 1 hour deal. I cut through the first two barb fasteners that zip tie the elec. wire down, but then tried to start prying them with a screw driver and a small open ended wrench and this worked extremely well - and the fasteners went back in afterwards and held, even though they look pretty funky after prying. Also, on the wire side of the electrical connector, as Stephen showed, it's red/black - all you need to do is press the little black tab in the middle down and pull the connector back, I actually did this from underneath and it was the easiest part of all this. Now I dont know if the durango is more congested or if I just have big hands/arms, but it was a nightmare to get back into that area, especially for tightening the new sensor down. I don't know what the torque specs are, but I kept finding online that it just needs to be hand tight - I could never get more than two fingers on anything back there, much less my thumb too, so I used the ratchet and probably over tightened it (of course I don't have a torque wrench). While a couple of people have said this in their comments, I'll go ahead and reiterate it in case someone reads this long ass post - it's a 19mm DEEP socket. If you noticed in the video when Stephen showed the sensor, the electrical connection sits above the hexagonal socket area. Other than that, I advise you stretch thoroughly beforehand. I'm 33 yrs old, did some light stretching, and I was CONSTANTLY in an awkward position that I'll pay for tomorrow. I hope what I discovered can help somebody tackle their issue too.

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Evan, thanks again for the kudos and for watching. I saw your other comment and somehow missed seeing this one. Thanks also for that additional information for everyone because you’d get a kick of the photos my wife got of me sitting in the engine bay on top of the radiator support replacing this sensor. And yes, took me about 4-5 hours comfortably as well because I broke the plastic sensor connector to the first sensor and had to go swap it out in the middle. I hate you had so much trouble since Chrysler changed all of this, but I hope this video saved you some money from their “re-innovation.” Also, if you haven’t already, please Subscribe to help grow my channel and I hope your Durango continues to treat you well! Cheers!

@jonathanschaefer4314

4 жыл бұрын

Hey guys thanks for posting this video and all the advice. This may be a stupid question, but is this just like a plug and play thing (I.e. do I just unhook the wiring, remove the sensor, put in the new sensor, then plug the wiring back in)? Or is there extra things I need to do as well (like do I need to drain/replace any coolant, do I need to unplug/replace any wiring besides what runs into the sensor itself, or do I need to unplug the battery when I’m done to reset the computer)? I’m utterly at a loss when it comes to stuff like this so I usually need everything spelled out. Sure would appreciate any advice!

Thursday October 26, 2023 Most everywhere here has a shelter in place order due to a massive manhunt for a mass murderer who went on a shooting spree last night killing 16 to 22 and injuring 13 to 60 people. Sadly none of the news outlets have an accurate count and the authorities haven't released a statement with the actual numbers. At this point we can only say a prayer for the victims and their families. Hopefully, the murderer is apprehended soon. --------------------------- On my 2012 JGC Overland removing the fender lining is useless. There is no access through there. After I inspect the brakes, reinstall the tire and lower the vehicle I will go in through the top. My plugs retaining clip is different. I may have to remove the intake manifold to release the clip. I am hoping that if I have to remove the intake manifold that I can do so without damaging the plenum gaskets because I don't have replacement gaskets. UGH!!! I'll update later.

@StephenRamsey

9 ай бұрын

Definitely keep the post updated! We all appreciate it!

Man such a fucking pain to remove that wire clip

All data shows it all. Cheap yearly subscription

I still can't find it lol😅

@StephenRamsey

11 ай бұрын

It’s tuckedddd in there. I pulled the plenum cover, and then took a clip puller and pulled a lot of those lines and wires off of their mounts and pulled them all back (carefully) and it’s basically where you can get your arm far enough back and down and you should feel that cylinder like, aluminum looking cover that just slides up since the wires go through it.

Guys you do not push in the clip, 1st u grab the red lock then pull it towards you then you just push and pull really easy , dont kill your self trying to push and pull , 1st remove the lock

I need a nap afterwards

Nice video.... BUT: Next time hold the camera in the LANDSCAPE position so that the image fills the frame!!

@StephenRamsey

3 жыл бұрын

John King been trying to make sure to record correctly since then. This was actually an accidental video since there wasn’t another one online and I didn’t expect it to take off like it did. I also don’t shoot with a phone anymore if I can help it unless the camera batteries are dead. But thanks for the positivity and viewing and hope this video helped!

@StephenRamsey

3 жыл бұрын

Also, just a note, if you view it in the app, it does fill up the frame based on the position. Take care!

What is this senor for ?? Lol

@StephenRamsey

4 жыл бұрын

I apologize for not responding sooner. I did not see your message come through. This sensor sends signals along with the thermostat over to the ECU to inform you if the engine is not cooling properly, thus possibly leading to engine damage or overall failure. It also speaks with the fan at your radiator to switch on or off depending on if the coolant is at operating level to keep the engine cool enough to function at standardized performance. If the fan does not get a signal that the engine is heating up beyond where the fan needs to engage, the fan may not engage at all. You will find this sensor on cars, many liquid cooled motorcycles, 4 wheelers, dirt bikes, and many other liquid cooled engine machines. Thanks for your time and great question!

Arrrrgh ! I still can’t see it, much less put a tool on it 😡. (Even tried from the bottom) May the engineer that put the etc sensor there suffer terribly in some way !

Jeep is Rolling Garbage

@StephenRamsey

Жыл бұрын

Post 2004, I couldn’t agree with you more! I know 2004 and earlier had their fair share of issues, but most of my inline 6’s did me very well over the years.

Thanks