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Old 04-18-2009, 08:49 PM
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Red face coolant temp sensor change

ok im trying to install an auto meter water temp, i finally found the coolant sensor, i put in the aftermarked autometer probe, and it would not seal, because i can not get a wrench in to tighten it, i tried needle nose pliers, but it is not enough leverage. and segestions on how to get this done? thanks.
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a deep socket and a socket wrench
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yeah, ive tried both, but the aftermarket auto meter has a tube and sensor coil coming off the probe, and it can not be removed.
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have you tried a pass through socket set? just thread it down the tube.
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Is this a mechanical gauge(yuck)??
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Is it in a spot that you can reach with a crowfoot socket?

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