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Old Nov 3, 2018 | 02:33 PM
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What is the cynlinder head "part" name

1991 firebird formula tbi.-what is the part that screws into the cylinder head between the #1 and # 3 spark plugs and has one wire connected to it?
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Old Nov 3, 2018 | 03:23 PM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

Engine coolant temperature sensor. For the dash gauge.

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Old Nov 3, 2018 | 04:07 PM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

Thanks GD.
My wire is missing so I will have to look underneath the car; It must be there somewhere.
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Old Nov 3, 2018 | 05:46 PM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

Better "parts store counter name" is, temp gauge sending unit.

The wire is dark green.

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Old Nov 4, 2018 | 09:11 AM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

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Better "parts store counter name" is, temp gauge sending unit.

The wire is dark green.
Thank you; I'll find it.
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Old Nov 4, 2018 | 01:57 PM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

Comes out of the harness on top of the engine and goes over the valve cover.
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Old Nov 4, 2018 | 02:39 PM
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Re: What is the cynlinder head "part" name

Originally Posted by sofakingdom
Comes out of the harness on top of the engine and goes over the valve cover.
Thanks again; help is always great.
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