"Bernd D. Ratsch" <fasstdak@hotmail.com> wrote:
: Try the CTS first (do not use thread sealer - they're a tapered fit and use
: the manifold as a ground connection).
[...]
Jay's truck is a '97 so the coolant temp sensor doesn't use the
manifold as a ground. On '96 and earlier Magnum powered Daks,
there were 2 coolant temp sensors; one for the computer and one
for the gauge in the cab. You would be correct in referring to
the gauge temp sensor on a '96 and earlier truck, since that
sensor did indeed use the intake manifold for its ground, but
the PCM's coolant temp sensor has always provided its own ground.
So, short story shorter, there would be no grounding problems if
Jay were to use thread sealant on his '97s coolant temp sensor.
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