How to Locate and Replace the Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L Engine on 2006 Jeep Commander?

The ECT sensor on the 3.7L engine is installed in one of the water jackets of the intake manifold. To eliminate it, empty the cooling system, unscrew the electrical connector and unscrew the sensor. Use thread sealant when reinstalling, tighten to 11 Nm, reconnect the connector and remove any lost coolant.

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2006 Jeep Commander Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 56027873
$90.13 MSRP: $125.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Coolant Temperature; Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor; Cooling Fan Temperature Switch; Temperature Sensor; Fan Switch; Temperature Coolant Sensor; Temperature Sending Unit; Sensor Coolant Temperature
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 1.1 x 1.1 x 2.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 56027873
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Jeep Commander Submodels:
- 65th Anniversary Edition, Base, Limited, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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2006 Jeep Commander Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 5269870AB
$63.79 MSRP: $86.70
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Coolant Temperature; Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor; Sender Unit, Coolant Temperature; Temperature Sensor; Temperature Coolant Sensor; Temperature Sending Unit; Sensor Coolant Temperature
- Item Weight: 0.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 0.9 x 1.0 x 2.5 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5269870AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Jeep Commander Submodels:
- Limited, Overland | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS

2006 Jeep Commander Coolant Temperature Sensor Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Locate and Replace the Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L Engine on 2006 Jeep Commander?
A: The ECT sensor on the 3.7L engine is installed in one of the water jackets of the intake manifold. To eliminate it, empty the cooling system, unscrew the electrical connector and unscrew the sensor. Use thread sealant when reinstalling, tighten to 11 Nm, reconnect the connector and remove any lost coolant.