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Location of 4.0L Gauge Temperature sensor (pictures)


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For your consideration: The location of gauge sensor for engine temp.

On 1992 Ranger 4.0L 4x4 supercab.








Manual has no info on where this thing is so I was looking in all the wrong places. Hope it helps future people. (Hello future people!)

Took the single wire off, shorted to ground and needle went to max- bad sensor. Likely just crud buildup.

Good, no electrical problems! :icon_thumby:
 


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Out with the old- in with the new!

The gauge now works, but it never quite makes it even near the middle.. Maybe time for a new engine soon too as this one has pushrod tick to the extreme.

Any suggestions about that? Keep with the 4.0 or something else?

 

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Try installing a new thermostat.

$8 well spent, since it regulates the temperature of the coolant that your new sensor is reporting.

If you don't want to spend the $8, slap a piece of cardboard in front of the radiator for a short drive. If the temp climbs higher, you can replace the thermostat with more confidence that it'll help.
 

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4.0L is a good engine, unless you're trying to tow something you shouldn't be, I'd certainly keep/rebuild it.

Agreed, flush your cooling system out good and then put a new t-stat in (stock 190-195°).
 

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Alrighty, thanks guys!

On parts searches I get a lot of the standard 195* one, but there is a premium one that I can't seem to find- what does it do that's so special?
 

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Can the temp sending sensor change the idle and performance of the 4.0?
 

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Can the temp sending sensor change the idle and performance of the 4.0?
Yes, the temp sensor can. Don't confuse the temp sensor with the temp sender.
 

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