How to replace the Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor in the Ford Edge?

The CHT sensor is a crucial component of the Fail Safe Cooling system. It adjusts its voltage output based on temperature changes, with resistance values affecting the voltage signal. If the sensor temperature drops, resistance values increase and voltage rises. When the cylinder head temperature surpasses 265-degrees F, the PCM disables half of the fuel injectors at a time, with the non-fueled cylinders acting as cooling air pumps for the others. If the temperature exceeds 330-degrees F, all fuel injectors are disabled. A problem in the CHT sensor circuit triggers a diagnostic trouble code. For four-cylinder models, disconnect the negative battery terminal cable, remove the air filter outlet duct, disconnect the charge air cooler inlet pipe, pull back the rubber weather cover from the CHT sensor electrical connector, disconnect the connector, and unscrew the CHT sensor from the cylinder head. For V6 2.7L models, remove the two fasteners on the engine cover, lift up at the front, unhook the retainers at the rear, locate the CHT sensor in the driver cylinder head, disconnect the electrical connector, unscrew the CHT sensor, and install a new one. For 3.5L and 3.7L models, disconnect the negative battery terminal cable, remove the lower intake manifold, disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector, unscrew and remove the CHT sensor, and install a new one.

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Ford Edge Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 9L8Z-6G004-E
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy
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- 2009-2019 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6DCT450 - MPS6, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, 6-Speed Manual Transaxle - MMT6, 8-Speed Automatic Transmission 8F57, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, RHD 4WD (FTD)
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy; Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor
- Replaces: 9L8Z-6G004-D, 9L8Z-6G004-A
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- 2015-2024 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7L | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6DCT450 - MPS6, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, 6-Speed Manual Transaxle - MMT6, 8-Speed Automatic Transmission 8F57, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, RHD 4WD (FTD)
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy
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- 2009-2014 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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- Other Name: SENSOR ASY; Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor
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- 2019-2024 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6DCT450 - MPS6, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, 6-Speed Manual Transaxle - MMT6, 8-Speed Automatic Transmission 8F57, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, RHD 4WD (FTD)
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy
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- 2007-2009 Ford Edge | 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive

Ford Edge Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor

The Ford Edge Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor is designed to monitor the temperature of the engine's cylinder head and send accurate readings to the powertrain control module to avoid overheating and keep combustion optimal. The Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor measures the voltage and relays that information to the PCM. The PCM can then use this information to adjust fuel delivery, spark timing, cooling fan cycles, and dash warnings. The early Edge models were equipped with a two-wire thermistor Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor while later upgrades by Ford adopted a quicker digital Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor for sharper tracking under heavy load. Whether the current or next generation, the component sits in the aluminum head right next to the highly hot exhaust valve so it can report thermal changes instantly. If the PCM detects unsafe levels of heat, limp mode is activated, or the mixture is enriched to cool the chambers, which shows the severity of stress. The Edge computer's Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor doesn't sample exhaust or vibration like oxygen or knock detectors. Instead, it sees core metal heat. As a result, Edge sees engine strain. Consistent healthy signals from this Ford part enable lively Edge performance and greater Ford longevity.

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Q: How to replace the Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor in the Ford Edge?
A:
The CHT sensor is a crucial component of the Fail Safe Cooling system. It adjusts its voltage output based on temperature changes, with resistance values affecting the voltage signal. If the sensor temperature drops, resistance values increase and voltage rises. When the cylinder head temperature surpasses 265-degrees F, the PCM disables half of the fuel injectors at a time, with the non-fueled cylinders acting as cooling air pumps for the others. If the temperature exceeds 330-degrees F, all fuel injectors are disabled. A problem in the CHT sensor circuit triggers a diagnostic trouble code. For four-cylinder models, disconnect the negative battery terminal cable, remove the air filter outlet duct, disconnect the charge air cooler inlet pipe, pull back the rubber weather cover from the CHT sensor electrical connector, disconnect the connector, and unscrew the CHT sensor from the cylinder head. For V6 2.7L models, remove the two fasteners on the engine cover, lift up at the front, unhook the retainers at the rear, locate the CHT sensor in the driver cylinder head, disconnect the electrical connector, unscrew the CHT sensor, and install a new one. For 3.5L and 3.7L models, disconnect the negative battery terminal cable, remove the lower intake manifold, disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector, unscrew and remove the CHT sensor, and install a new one.