Notices
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Early Eighties Bullnose Ford Truck

Temperature sensor location

Old Aug 7, 2003 | 08:28 PM
  #1  
1986owner's Avatar
1986owner
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
From: Same
Question Temperature sensor location

Recently inherited a 1986 F150 with a 302. The cooling system had not been maintained very well. The temp gauge is not working (it does not move at all). I suspect the sensor. Can anyone tell me where it is located and the best way to check whether it is the sensor or gauge.
 
Reply
Old Aug 11, 2003 | 10:46 PM
  #2  
steve83's Avatar
steve83
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 9,987
Likes: 7
From: Memphis, TN
Temperature sensor location

Top of the engine L front. It has a single R/Wh wire. Put the key in the RUN position, ground the terminal for a few seconds, and see where the needle is. If it's near H or coming down from there, it's the sender. If not, it's the gauge or the circuit between them.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
bh70116
1978 - 1996 Big Bronco
3
Aug 29, 2010 06:32 PM
1986F350witha7.3
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Jun 15, 2010 12:52 PM
mrider1
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
Dec 22, 2005 09:43 AM
general--lee
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
Apr 5, 2004 02:13 PM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:32 PM.

story-0
5 BEST / 5 WORST Ford Daily Drivers of the 21st Century

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford daily drivers of the 21st century.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-23 08:55:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Fords to Drive Before You Die

Slideshow: 10 Fords to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-22 14:29:44


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / Worst Features Of The 2025+ Ford Expedition

The latest Expedition is quite popular, but it certainly isn't perfect.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-22 14:23:19


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-5
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-7
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE