Transmission Guage Sensor Location

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Jul 11, 2005 | 03:23 PM

Pubale

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Transmission Guage Sensor Location

Hi Guys(and Gals). I was thinking of installing a trans temp guage on my 99 expy. and was wondering the best place ot put the sensor.Is the plug in front of the shift selector the best? Going to start pulling a trailer soon. Thanks!

Jul 11, 2005 | 06:47 PM

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Yes the plug just above the shifting linkage is the best place.

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Jul 12, 2005 | 08:50 AM

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Does anybody know the size and pitch of that plug? Is is the same on a 4R100? I would like to order the Autometer set up, but have no idea which replacement plug adapter to order from them. Thanks in advance.

Jul 12, 2005 | 12:00 PM

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Its 1/8 NPT pipe thread, its the same size as th Autometer sensor.

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Jul 12, 2005 | 12:39 PM

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The best place is in the cooling line going to the cooler.
Cut the line and install it there.
That will give a true working temperature.

Jul 13, 2005 | 04:05 PM

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Thanks for the advice rvpuller. I hooked up my guage today (+90F here in so.ont.)and evrything went ok. I bought an auto meter guage especially for an automatic trans. and although a little $$$ it did come with everything needed except wire.I placed the guage next to the centre console (99 Expy) just below the power point door. Looks Great! Removing the cover below the steering column gives you lots of room to work under the dash. Only needed to remove about 10 screws and everthing was there for wiring the guage.Now I need to drive around a few times to get an unloaded average temp. reading before hauling. Keep up the great advice!

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