How to Locate and Replace the Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L V-6 Engine on Dodge Ram 1500?

The 3.7L V-6 engine's Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor sits in the water jacket at the front end of the intake manifold while close to the generator's rear. Before removing the sensor, release part of the coolant from the system to prevent getting hurt by hot, pressurized liquid. Then, unplug the electrical connection from the sensor and take out the sensor from the on the intake manifold. Be sure to coat the sensor threads in thread sealant and apply an 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.) torque when you push the sensor back inside and close the engine. Put the electrical connector back on the sensor and add more engine coolant if it's needed.

How to Service and Repair a Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L Engine on Dodge Ram 1500?

First, put thread sealant on the threads of the ETC sensor to service and repair the Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch for the computer on a 3.7L engine. Following that, install the ETC sensor onto the engine and tighten it so that 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.) is applied. Be sure to connect the electrical connection to the ETC sensor, add any new coolant needed and leave the sensor in place.

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Dodge Ram 1500 Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 56027873
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- 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
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2007 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 5149077AB
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- Other Name: Sensor - Fluid Temperature; Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor; Engine Oil Temperature Sensor; Temperature Sensor; Oil Pressure Sending Unit; Throttle Sensor; Oil Temperature Sending Unit.
- Replaces: 5149096AB
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- 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, 5.7L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 56004815
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- Other Name: Sensor - Coolant Temperature; Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor; Temperature Sending Unit; Engine Temperature Switch with Warning Lamp, Diesel compatible.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Temperature Sending Unit Part Number: 56027011
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- Other Name: Sensor - Temperature Sending Unit; Engine Coolant Temperature Sender; Temperature Sender Gauge; Switch And Sending Unit, Oil Pressure (Use Insulator 4439081); Temperature Sending Units.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Coolant Temperature Sensor Part Number: 5269870AB
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- Other Name: Sensor - Coolant Temperature; Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor; Sender Unit, Coolant Temperature; Temperature Sensor; Temperature Coolant Sensor; Temperature Sending Unit; Sensor Coolant Temperature
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, SRT-10, ST, Sport, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS

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The Coolant Temperature Sensor used in Dodge Ram 1500 cars and trucks is used as a gadget that helps to monitor the temperature of the coolant to ensure that the engine in the vehicle is running appropriately. This sensor being capable of measuring the temperature of the coolant constantly helps in achieving the optimal performance by the engine. It is important to know that in the Ram 1500 cars of different years, different Coolant Temperature Sensors could be installed that have different design and capabilities. These sensors play a crucial role for the working of the system of the vehicle and for the durability of the engine.

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Q: How to Locate and Replace the Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L V-6 Engine on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
The 3.7L V-6 engine's Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor sits in the water jacket at the front end of the Intake Manifold while close to the generator's rear. Before removing the sensor, release part of the coolant from the system to prevent getting hurt by hot, pressurized liquid. Then, unplug the electrical connection from the sensor and take out the sensor from the on the intake manifold. Be sure to coat the sensor threads in thread sealant and apply an 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.) torque when you push the sensor back inside and close the engine. Put the electrical connector back on the sensor and add more engine coolant if it's needed.
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56027873
Q: How to Service and Repair a Coolant Temperature Sensor on a 3.7L Engine on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
First, put thread sealant on the threads of the ETC sensor to service and repair the Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch for the computer on a 3.7L engine. Following that, install the ETC sensor onto the engine and tighten it so that 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.) is applied. Be sure to connect the electrical connection to the ETC sensor, add any new coolant needed and leave the sensor in place.