Four Seasons 36458 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Coolant Temp Sensor for Ford, Mercury, Mazda

Four Seasons 36458 is an engine coolant temperature sensor built for direct-fit replacement in a wide range of Ford, Mercury, Mazda, and Land Rover applications. It uses a brass body, a male connector, a rectangular connector shape, and a 2-terminal design for threaded sensor ports with an M12 x 1.50 fitting.

The Four Seasons Coolant Temp Sensor line focuses on OE-style replacement coverage for common cooling-system sensor applications. Part number 36458 meets or exceeds OEM requirements and is cross-referenced to Dynomax 36458 for the same application.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sensor for cooling-system temperature signal input
• Four Seasons part number 36458
• Brass sensor body for threaded coolant port applications
• Male connector with rectangular connector shape
• 2-terminal design
• M12 x 1.50 fitting thread size
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
• Direct replacement style for select Ford, Mercury, Mazda, and Land Rover vehicles

Detailed Description

This engine coolant temperature sensor monitors coolant temperature and sends the signal used by the vehicle’s engine management system. Accurate coolant temperature input is important for proper fuel control, idle quality, gauge operation, and cooling fan strategy. Four Seasons 36458 is built as a threaded coolant temp sensor with a brass construction and OE-style connector layout for service replacement on select Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda 626 applications, along with additional listed vehicles.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 2006-2009 Ford Fusion, N/A; Fits 2006-2009 Mercury Milan, N/A; Fits 2008 Mercury Mariner, N/A; Fits 2005-2007 Land Rover LR3, N/A; Fits 1998-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A; Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; Fits 2002-2003 Ford Ranger, N/A; Fits 1996-2002 Mazda 626, N/A; Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A; Fits 2001 Ford F-100 Ranger, N/A; Fits 2001 Ford Ranger, N/A; Fits 1997-2000 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 1999 Ford Contour, N/A; Fits 1999 Mercury Mystique, N/A; Fits 1997-1998 Mercury Mystique, N/A; Fits 1996-1997 Ford Probe, N/A; Fits 1996-1997 Mazda MX-6, N/A.

What It Helps Address

• Incorrect coolant temperature readings
• Hard starting or rough cold operation caused by faulty temperature input
• Cooling fan control issues tied to sensor signal errors
• Check engine light conditions related to coolant temperature sensor faults
• Driveability problems from inconsistent engine temperature data

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and M12 x 1.50 thread size before installation. This sensor is specified for threaded coolant sensor ports, so confirm the vehicle uses a matching threaded mounting location and the correct connector orientation. Compare the original sensor body, terminal layout, and application notes such as white connector or threaded sensor port references where listed for your vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 36458 meets or exceeds OEM requirements for the listed applications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle year, make, model, and sensor-port configuration before ordering.