Ford Escape & Fusion 2.5L False Overheat And Misfiring
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- čas přidán 14. 06. 2014
- This is the new CHT sensor you will need-
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Replacement pigtail if needed-
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In this video I go over a common item on these that often gets misdiagnosed. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
The Ford dealer in Bastrop, Texas tried telling my sister her water pump went out or needed replaced after they did some recall work. Thanks to your video, I changed that sensor out and her car worked fine. Saved her $1700 Ford tried charging her. Thank you for taking time to make this video 8 years ago
Even though seven years have passed, your video was so useful for me today, thank you very much.
For those of you who can't find a deepwell 19mm that fits, the lug nut wrench that comes with your spare tire will fit the CHT sensor.
I ran around like an idiot to every auto parts store and couldn't find a socket for it until I read this comment.
You sir just saved me, I was going crazy, the spare tire wrench saved me, 3 hrs looking for a 19mm,
God bless you.
“Shy away from the dealer”. Best words of wisdom ever. I’d rather pay more money and have peace of mind than pay less and have more issues down the road.
I have to say that you were my savior. I've been working on this car all afternoon, evening, night, and now morning. I've been trying to figure this out for the past 18 hours. Changed thermostat and water pump with no change. Thank you for the information
Hey I just wanted to thank you for these videos... This one in particular. I bought a used 2012 escape from a non ford dealer a few weeks ago in a pinch in winter and used your trans fluid change video then just got stuck on the side of the freeway in the Dakotas and found this video. It literally saved me a tow truck ride in the middle of the night (and I have to work in the morning) I had the overheat and CEL and felt the engine and it wasn't that warm... Googled fake Ford Escape overheat and found another one of your videos. Pulled the plug for the coolant sensor and sure enough that cup in the plug is full of water. I used some paper towel to soak the water out of the male sensor cup part. I dunno if the dealer pressure washed the engine or what but I made it home with no other problems. Sincerely thanks.
You're totally a great mechanic also telling us what socket to use i knew it was 19 m socket when i broke the old one but i was scared to put the new one in on my 2009 ford focus now i looked into my old tools i found a craftsman 19m socket, man u saved me a hassle big time thank u bro.
Thank you very much!!! I had this problem for 2.5 years on my 2004 Focus 2.3 liter and with your help I was able to fix the problem. Prior to your valuable information, I changed the radiator myself and problem continued.
My 2009 Ford Focus was having an issue going cold. Changed out the thermostat, and while doing so found a leak in the radiator. Replaced the radiator. Put vacuum on system and filled with coolant. Same thing was happening. Replaced the cylinder head temperature sensor and valve cover gaskets. No further issues.
This just happened to me yesterday. You saved me a lot of time and money. I can't thank you enough!
Did you replace the sensor and the CEL went off on your dash?
Another point. My dad took his car to Jiffy Lube for an oil change. They noticed some type of fluid leak. Since the car is a Pontiac my dad took it to the Pontiac dealership. An estimate of $1300 to replace the oil pan gasket and a CV joints. Fortunately my dad said no way. Instead he took it to our local mechanic and Graniteville, SC. It was not an engine oil leak. There was a loose hose on the power steering. The end result is that he saved almost $1000 by not taking it to the dealership and getting a correct diagnosis.
Yeah my wife's Yukon has been riding ruff. Dealer said $1800 front struts were leaking. I bought the AC/delco shocks from Amazon. Had local shop put on. Shocks were only $300. Got out less than $800. But vehicle still rides like crap. Very bouncy. So I did research online. Found there is a TSB. You go into gmc website type in Vin. It showed the ride control had a software update to address this. I printed out screen shots of everything, weblink all information to make it simple. It has a part number for the update. I gave them all of this. It even says this addresses the ruff ride. These are magnetic shocks and computer controlled. Took to dealer today. They called me said their tech said we just needed new shocks. I said yeah we already replaced them. He said they didn't know what I was talking about with the updates. I'm like this is your GMC website, your TSB and you dont know what to do? There like yes don't know what your talking bout. So gotta pick it up today. I at a loss for words. I work on Toshiba equipment for a living. I have similar prosess for updates that come out. It's something I could do, I just don't have the programs they do to download and update it. So I don't know who to trust.....
Thank you for the video! Had a 17 focus 2.0 I did a engine on and I was having misfires and false overheating. Pulled the connector and it was soaked with water. Blew it out with compressed air and engine is running like it should 👍👍👍
So glad I found this video. Same thing happened to my wife's escape this week! Had coolant and everything but said it was over heating.
I have a 2001 Ford Focus SE. Lucky for me through the years, my parts were still originals for 16 years, but then I got the overheating when driving 30 mph down residential streets. I learned the exhaust fans weren't coming on when engine gets hot. They do come on when AC is running. I changed the temperature switch and alternator while at it. When finished, the engine sounded way better and more powerful, but still had overheat. I changed the Thermostat. But no. After a lot of researching online and you tube, I finally found one thing on you tube I hadn't seen before. The resistor connected to the fans. The resistor wires are connected to the temperature switch. It activates the fans if the engine gets hot with no AC running. The connectors were both fried. After changing resistor, it worked and no more overheating.
Thanks again Brian for you to share with us your wealth of knowledge. I was having on my 2010 Focus with 2.0 Duratec the cooling fan on high speed with a cold engine. Its November now here in Quebec and somehow cold with snow. The cylinder head temperature sensor was giving the pcm false informations. There was no codes, no check engine light, just my cooling fan going on at full blast when it shouldn’t. The temperature gauge on the cluster was reaching it’s (normal) indication faster then normal as a clue. The temperature would stay there, no weird indications. I did use a 3/4´´Deep socket 12 sided from Performance Tool. It was just perfect to complete the task. Once again, many thanks!
Would your car heater work while this was going on?
Honestly Brian, I think you are just a good tech because in my town even dealers can't even fix a ham sandwich and every concern you tell them is always considered "normal operation"
In this situation would looking at the data pid vs infrared have been a dead giveaway? I'm surprised the independent didn't do that first and went straight to parts
This is the best channel I have ever seen keep the videos coming
Thanks for the video. Will look into and see if my 2013 fusion hybrid has this issue.
Couldn’t find proper deep 19mm or 3/4 socket. Ran thru all the tools and parts store in town. Ended up cutting a 3/4 deep socket in half and welded it to another deep 3/4 socket, worked like a charm in case anybody ever ends up in the same situation.
this is exactly what was wrong with my car. two things different, 1 - on my vehicle, the sensor was intermittent. It was until I replaced it I was able to find out that it was the cause to the problem I was experiencing. Which brings me to the second finding, opposite to what video is talking about. on my car the temp indicator wasn't even moving. Additionally, the fan was coming on as soon as I start the car even on a cold morning.
the replacement was supper easy. I torqued the sensor as I would for a spark plug. Over all this was a good informational video to help identify and fix the problem. Thanks FordTechMakuloco
Brother thanks for this video, love the background music too., God Blesses you more bro..
I would just like to say thank you ! I find your videos very helpful
Thanks!
keep posting these videos, you'll save people with knowledge and know how alot of Money.
Your video was very helpful on my 2010 ford focus with a 2.0 liter
Hi my Friend, I personally think you are amazing, your skills and knowledge has helped me twice!
I really appreciate all your knowledge and abilities. Thanks.
Thank you for this video it saved me time and money. I read below someone with the same problem(water in the rubber plug).
+Christian Vargas Very common
Great explanation and great knowledge of the topic. I appreciate it.
U sir are the man for ford.
Thank you for ur video.
Helped me diagnose 2007 focus 2.0 with same bs😅
Excellent video. We attempted to install the new sensor using the 19mm socket, while tighing the sensor, it broke from the shaft going into the sensor threads. Do you just hand tork it? Thanks
Cool, I was wondering what that threaded area was on my mazda 6 motor. Wonder why mazda deleted that part?? Mazda also made a cover to cover for the spark plugs, fuel rail area as well.
Thank you very much. This was very helpful.
Thanks for the education Brian. I have a 2009 Escape. No problem like this so far but is the 2009 susceptible to the same part corrosion??
From one Brian to another...thank you! I replaced the thermostat in my wife's 2009 escape and it had obvious air pockets. It actually put out heat in the cabin, which it didn't do before, however after awhile it overheated again! UGH! Just checked for codes and wouldn't you know it P1299 "Cylinder head overtemp protection active" in other words....bad sensor. The many videos I started to watch were not the correct placement of the sensor, until THIS one!! So, again.....THANK YOU!!
I've had this happen to many 05 focuses 2.0.I put in a new one from O'Reillys and it threw a code for thermostatic threshold.theyve updated that part and the actual part that sits in the passage is smaller on the new one. Even on the ford lucky me I found the original OEM ones in the junkyard.2 years later no codes on anyone of the ones I've replaced on mine and customers cars. I like working on one brand its a lot easier for diagnosis and it helps with book hours. Its great going from a ford to a Mercedes Benz
2011 escape same problems as described in video. Question how do you remove the cap and or gasket around the cht I'll add that this model has two cht one on each Cylander head cover
you are very smart on these fords, my escape is doing the same thing, The temp gauge would peg over to hot and then drop back down, engine light is on, they plugged it in and a P1299 code came up, they couldnt tell me what that was.....(hmmmm) I found you on here years ago when i was searching about the drivers axle seal leaking on my escape, i talked to you and i had thought about driving out to your place so you could change my seal, but it has not got any worse i might have to add a few ounces of atf twice a year ( and i only use type LV ) in my book you are the ford man, you really know what to do and how to do it,,,,thx again i will go out now and check that plug for corrosion and scrape some off if possible... kinda adds up i had just lightly sprayed my motor compartment with a hose just the other day.......(imagine that ) thx again ,,, #1 ford mechanic...Oh btw i have 95000 on my little 4 cly escape now, only use motocraft synthetic blend every 3500 miles,,,, no problems,,, except for new belt and idler pullys last year.......thx guy, have a great day......
I've got a 17 Escape Titanium with the 2.0. It started misfiring and saying it was overheating when the ambient temp was 50 degrees and the car had just been started and run a half mile down the road. I hope that this is my issue. I usually wouldn't go to the dealer, but I've had my doubts whether or not an independent mechanic could diagnose the problem. There are coolant intrusion issues with the ford ecotec engines, and it's been spooking me to no end. Wish me luck folks, and THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO.
Thanks I was about to put new thermostat and water pump
I saw your video and check my car cause I forget hood open in rain for couple weeks
It’s was full of water
This is great stuff, think these same tips on this clip would fix a p1299-p1285 for my 05 focus zx3 2.0 ?
because of your video I fixed my 2001 crown Victoria by changing the coolant temperature sensor as you described......it looked fine but had a amber brown color on the part that goes in the coolant and the new one was brass color....so the amber must have been build up??......but that fixed the false hot reading.......I thought the head gasket was blown and was gonna sell the car.......thank you...thank you...thank you!!!#####
I’m having a problem with my 2013 Ford Escape I had my water pump changed and I algo changed both the engine belt and timing belt also replaced the head gasket and the check engine light does not come on so I’m not sure what’s going on the ac also makes it overheat faster do you thing it’s that sensor or air pockets?
Great video as always ! Thank you for your honesty ! You can use a 3/4" deep well also.
thank you for the video....we have similar issue, and now a starting point.
Is this the same for the 1.6 group
Nice video. I think i might have the same issue here. Its a ford focus mk2 1.6 16v zetec engine. And when in test mode, the dashboard display shows that the engine temperature is 120°C, but the temp gauge shows its about 80°C. I googled a bit and heard about the CHTS also thanks to your video too. Would you mind telling where the CHTS would be located on the 1,6 16v ZETEC engine ? Btw. totaly agree about what you said going to dealership vs. independent garages. I learned the leasson in a costly way too, and from that moment on i always go to dealership garages. From my knowledge you guys in dealerships go to educations, something someone at independent garages might be missing. Ok most techs should / would be able to repair most of the stuff on any car, but there is still room for the little quirks applicable to specific manufacturers that you learn through manufacturer info provided to dealerships.
Thanks for this video, very helpful. I would like to ask you why the two fans keep working even with cold weather. I have no issues or sensors activated
Just came across this on a 2016 Ford Fusion. Thank you Mary very much for this video
Love this guys videos he has also helped me out a whole bunch made me very happy as well as my wallet i love learning and working on cars the d.i.y. stuff je makes it very fun informative and very well knowledgeable and also which is a huge plus the man knows his stuff and knows how to hold a camera and show you the exact areas insted of just pointing toward the enginge woth the camera and saying there it is that spot there when you the diyer is like where! Thank you dude. May GOD. And JESUS bless you and yours all the from Texas-K Bless
Really cool video. Very informative
this is the same as my 2008 Focus Duratech. i wasn't so lucky with the sockets. i tried 4 different deep sockets. Ended up removing valve cover and using a regular wrench(barely fit)
Great info,Thank you for all you time you put into this.
What did you do with the connector?
I replaced it also with a new pigtail from Ford.
@@FordTechMakuloco I have a 2010 ford escape limited V6 3.0. Is there a different one for this SUV? Because Amazon is telling me the one you put the link to won't fit mine. Orealys has two different ones but which do I use? Help! Love your videos by the way. Helped me out a lot on my lift gate problem a few years ago.
Is this issue only with the 2.5 litres escape or the 3.0 V6 as well?
I think you just saved me alot of time. My car is "over heating and misfiring a minute or 2 of cold start sometines. Just checked this sensor and it is sorta wet i took it off and tried to clean a but and the car is running a little better
Great video! I have a 2010 Mercury Mariner with the 2.5 it had a bad tensioner and was throwing the belt. It had the code for the CHT but I thought it was because of the fact that it was running without a belt. After replacing we drive it for about 10 to 15 minutes then it doesn't start. I cleared codes after replacing tensioner and belt and I'm still getting the CHT code. I connected a scan tool and the CHT reads -40 degrees I checked just like in the video but the sensor looks good but I noticed the connector does not lock on the sensor. Should I replace the connector or both the sensor and the connector? Would an incorrect temp reading cause the crank no start issue?
Do you have a video for bleeding a 03 2.3L Ford coolant?
Thanks man, this kind of explanation and video really helps.
So question I have a check engine light for this part your talking about on my 2014 fusion does everything needing to be vacuumed down on the coolant system does that apply to when you change the coolant head temp sensor?
I’m having a similar issue with my 2013 fusion 1.6. It’s about 50 degrees here in arizona and I’ll do a cold start and in about 15 mins my cooling fans will turn on and my temp gauge will spike up and get close to the redline. If I drive around the cooling fans turn off and the temp will go back down to normal (a bit below the middle mark). If I make a stop for a few minutes, the cooling fans will turn back on and repeat the overheating shown on the temp gauge. There’s also no check engine or codes. What do you think it is?
Will this happen to a 2016 Expedition 3.5 eco boost engine?
i have 3.0 fusion an they changed all even radiator .. does it also help doing that to it
I have a ford escape limited 05 and the engine keeps over heating and the dash doesn't read that its hot so the engine keeps trying to warm itself up idk what to do n after u cant turn it back on idk what to do
hello, I'm trying to locate this sensor in a Ford Escape 2009 without success. Could you help me please?
Hey Brian. Thanks for all the explanation and very informative video. Definitely helped me today and I'm sure that it will help many more. Also, I like the background music as I too am a man of faith. Take care and God Bless.
I have a 2007 Ford Escape. I replaced the sensor after accidentally braking while changing my valva cover gasket. Since I replaced the sensor my temp gauge is now increasing to slow. Any suggestions?
My Ford Fusion V6 engine is giving misfire error on cylinder 6. What do you think I should look at? The car is failing idling.
Dude I hit a cow November 2018 and my 2010 fusion which has been a great car took the hit like a champ drove away after the accident has had so many problems with tho cooling system lately and I know very little about cars but your videos have helped me out sooooo so much thanks for all the videos and help
How is the Cow doing?
Amer Fiaz Ahmed I think it’s still alive. The cow got up and walked away after the hit to go nurse it’s calf
Does that sensor set in or over a well for coolant? If so that would be a much easier home fix for clearing the air from inside the block during a coolant fill. I’m asking because I’m in this pain now. Small leak identified but unlocatable during vacuum filling since there’s no liquid to leak. It’s been a long week on this
Great video I appreciate it. Do you remember if you were getting a code? Did the check engine light come on?
I have a 2010 Mazda 6 w it h the 2.5 which is the same engine that is in the fusion. I'm having an overheating problem. Would this help
This was a huge help, thank you.
This was my problem with my 1.6 - 2013 manual trans Fusion. At least close enough to get me on the right track to find a coolant wet connector on mine, Thanks! I totally get going to the dealer especially odd seemingly electrical issues.
Thanks for this video and the information. I have a 2010 Fusion with the 2.5L and the 6F35 trans. I'm going to go out and check my CHT to see if there is any corrosion. I'd rather prevent a problem than fall victim. Should we use regular high temp RTV to seal the boot?
Also it's probably a good idea to open up all the plug and CHT holes after washing the engine compartment and blow out with compressed air? Not sure how much water gets in the plug holes, but after seeing this...
Thanks again.
-Matt
Regular automotive silicone sealant will do, I would check all the spark plug well if the engine was power washed yes.
where is this sensor on a 2013 Ford Fusion 1.6L .. I cant find it anywhere on this Engine
Hey do you know where the cht sensor is on the 2013 escape escoboost 1.6 liter we cannot locate it and any pics we get show it in the wrong place
Thank you, thank you very much for this informacion, more than a week whit this problem and finally solved in 10 minutes, you are a genius. God bless you.
Awesome to hear it all worked out!
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i bring my 2009 escape 2.5 to the dealer to do the cover valve gasket and since they did it i got a missfire on cylinder 1 a p0301 i swap the coil and put new plug and even change the injector and i still got the same problem could it be that sensor that do all the problem or its something else
Very helpful my brother GODBLESS and GODSPEED to u
I got the P1299 code after the gauge went crazy I got it home took a look at everything and there’s oil in 2/4 spark plug wells and 1/4 is corroded badly inside along with the sensor having oil on it too. Not sure where to go next I’ve got the sensor but not sure if that’s my only issue. It’s only got 62,000 miles it’s a 2009 I4 have you seen anything like this? There’s also no obvious signs of oil intrusion in the spark wells Idk where it’s leaking from.
My 09 Escape had the oil replacement notice come on . My daughter was driving it to WalMart to get the oil changed when it started overheating /H . We had the oil changed and while driving it home (< 2 miles) it overheated to the point of slowing to a crawl. I pulled it over let it cool down and then drove it to the SHOP. Any diagnoses ?
I went to Ford dealership with my 2013 Ford Escape and they replaced a relay & thermostat saying it'll never happen again. well so much for a Ford Dealership my SUV still overheats when in gear and sitting at a redlight or in traffic for more than 15 min
So seeing how Ford can't fix it what's your thoughts on my problem could it be this or not?
Thanks for any help as no one can fix my problem
I want to say the fans are not working I didn't see them spinning and the AC wasnt blowing cold.question if this sensor goes out that it stop the fan module from working?I'm thinking it has to be the fan module
Having a lot of issues with Ford Flex 2009 could this be the problem
Hi Brian is it normal for this 2.5L to have a constant vacuum in the oil fill cap..?
coz i noticed this when i opened the cap while the car was idling..!
i did the same thing on a 3.5L 2012 explorer and there was no vacuum at all.
second thing, could you please tell me the location of PCV valve on this same 2.5L
coz i'm really suspecting that valve to be plugged up or something.
thanks a lot
I have a 13’ Fusion 1.5 Eco. Just recently the heat would not work if sitting still, and now it is over heating quickly in 50 degree weather. CHT? Or Thermostat?
I tend do what was taught myself but I’ve not ever had a Ford Fusion an escape yes! But didn’t encounter a problem like this only thing is it was running OK as it would if my O2 sensor needed changed I changed it and BAM I get two other codes and it doesn’t accelerate!! So imma try this nd HOPE this works!!!! Ty for this video I have subscribed!!!
Where can I find a 19mm no shoulder socket? I can't find one and I need one asap. Sound specialty. Also, I'm having trouble finding the engine coolant on 2012 Ford Fusion 2.5L SE temperature. Please help me. Thanks.
I have a 2013 scape it won't last a minute running and shows that I overheating. I thought was air on the system but I good . Any idea
I have an 05 and replaced this sensor, but it came with a new plug/pigtail since Ford changed the design of the plug over the years. I wired it in the same as the old one. Is that backwards? I've have some stutter when taking off from a stop since then and the temp gauge is acting wild and the code for CHT came back.
I put a new Coolant Temp Sensor, the gauge was reading wrong so i thought that to be the issue, but nope. My gauge reads below the cold position, it does move but below the cold position. Any ideas? I also replaced the water pump, thermostat and hosing but still the temp on my scan tool reads up over 205 deg
I have a ford focus 2012 Se. this problem just happened to me right now while driving home. What do you think the problem is ?
Hey Brian! My wife just had an issue with 2013 Ford Escape Titanium Ecoboost. Something blew, a hose, radiator or something. I popped the hood b/c the code read on my reader P1255 and notice green fluid. Thus it slowed the engine down to low throttle to avoid over heating and low power. Couldn't even get it up the slanted driveway into the garage.
I put coolant in and right away noticed it pouring out the bottom.
Gotta have it towed to the mechanic. While it's there it needs the wipers worked on b/c those aren't responding.
SOme days I want to ring Ford engineers by the neck!
I try to stay loyal to my home state but Ford has been falling fast from favor with me.
I have a 2010 Fusion SE I bought used. Running great for now.
I have a 2013 1.6L Escape and the Engine Coolant Temp sensor is stuck open. I purchased the sensor from Ford dealership and it looks nothing like the one in your video. Is there that big of a difference from the 1.6L to the 2.5L? Where is the location of the engine coolant sensor on the 1.6L eco boost?
Any ideas what the issue could be for a fusion 2014 1.5 L ecoboost? Its overheating and reads the coolant temperature sensor, changed it, and a week later its overheating again reading the same code. I did learn through Ford this year fusion does not have a cylinder head temp sensor.
FordTechMakuloco,
Hey awesome video, I actually found the problem with this sensor but need to know is I can order the new pig tail separate and wire in or do I need to get the entire wiring harness for the coils and this sensor as they appear to all be going to the same connector on the fire wall? Please advise when you can.. Thanks John
Try a junkyard you may find the good one
where is the cylinder head tempature sensor located on a 2015 mustang v6
I have a 2012 ford fusion v6 e85 flexfuel with around 80,000 miles and my car first got hot going for a 4hour drive and on the way back started to get hotter and my boyfriend changed the thermostat and it stopped for a while but it sometimes get hot going up hills please if you know anything what that can be it would be appreciated thank you
I just got a new cylinder head and it looks different than the oe one. The new one is shorter just like the one you got. The OE one is longer. It has a long tip that feeds all the way down. Is this okay to be installed, I mean the shorty one that I got?
I have a 2013 Escape 2.0 The Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor isn't in the center of the head like in the video. I can't find it, where is it located.
I have a 1998 Ford Crown Vic it is reading overheating after driving it a while my temperature does not read it stays at 1 bar just recently replaced the cylinder head temperature sensor (yesterday) radiator (2015), water pump(2014) , electric fan(2014), thermostat(last month), coolant temperature sensor radiator (last week) main hose, hose to thermostat raidtor, and other hose (2014) it just stop reading or staying at one bar on my digital dash December 2015
Great video. Thank you!
Thanks this solve my issue on my 2010 focus .my temperature gauge will not work sometimes and red temperate light will come on. Now it runs like new .. you can remove the sensor using a weed eater Spark Plug Wrench, It is deep enough and you can get it at home Depot . Hope this helps.. thanks
Used a weed eater spark plug tool myself, it works, just barely but it works. Easier than trying to find a bit that has no shoulder. Damn near impossible.