I'm new to the forum and a novice maintaining diesel engines. I noticed that the wire to the coolant temperature sender on the thermostat had slipped off. It doesn't appear to have a tight connector to the sensor and I simply slipped it back on. Not sure if it's still making a good enough connection and wonder if taping it back in place with electrical tape will be sufficient or if I need to replace the connector. Any suggestions?
Jerry McIntosh
Pazzo, Hull #340
Coolant Temperature Sender Connection
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Coolant Temperature Sender Connection
Jerry McIntosh
Pazzo, Hull #340
Pazzo, Hull #340
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Re: Coolant Temperature Sender Connection
Hi Jerry,
I can't recall if the connector is a "spade" connector. If it is, just pinch the female side with a pair of pliers and that should give you a tight connection.
Bill
#193
Atlanta, GA
I can't recall if the connector is a "spade" connector. If it is, just pinch the female side with a pair of pliers and that should give you a tight connection.
Bill
#193
Atlanta, GA
2004 C350 #193
Atlanta (Home) / Charleston, SC (Boat)
Atlanta (Home) / Charleston, SC (Boat)
Re: Coolant Temperature Sender Connection
Yup, either pinch the existing connector or cut it off and crimp on a new one.
Brett Wolfe
C350 #180
"Vindaloo"
Ft Myers FL
C350 #180
"Vindaloo"
Ft Myers FL
Re: Coolant Temperature Sender Connection
Thanks Bill and Brett, that sounds like a plan!
Jerry McIntosh
Pazzo, Hull #340
Pazzo, Hull #340