Holstein 2CTS0054 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for Mazda and Ford

Holstein Parts 2CTS0054 is an engine coolant temperature sensor built with a rectangular female connector, blade terminals, and a 2-terminal layout. It is used in cooling-system and engine-management applications where accurate coolant temperature input is needed for proper vehicle operation.

Compatible With select Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Mazda CX-7, Mazda MX-5 Miata, Ford Fusion, and related applications, this sensor also cross-references Beck/Arnley 158-0782 for the same application.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sensor for cooling and engine control systems
• Rectangular connector shape with female connector gender
• Blade terminal type with 2 terminals
• No wiring harness included
• Holstein Parts 2CTS0054 application coverage for select Mazda, Ford, Mercury, Jaguar, Land Rover, and Mazda-based platforms

Product Details

Holstein Parts 2CTS0054 is an OE-style coolant temperature sensor used to report engine coolant temperature to the vehicle’s control system. That signal can affect fuel delivery, idle strategy, cooling fan operation, and temperature-related warning logic. This part number is listed across a wide range of applications, including Fits 2004-2013 Mazda 3, Fits 2003-2013 Mazda 6, Fits 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, Fits 2006-2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata, and Fits 2008-2009 Ford Fusion. It also appears in select Ford Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Milan, Mercury Cougar, Mercury Mountaineer, Jaguar S-Type, and Land Rover LR3 applications. Holstein Parts 2CTS0054 is also referenced by NTK EF0160 and Dorman - HELP 74057 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Incorrect coolant temperature readings
• Cooling fan cycling concerns tied to temperature input
• Hard starting or rough idle related to coolant temperature signal errors
• Illuminated engine warning light from sensor circuit faults
• Temperature gauge or engine management inconsistencies

Installation Notes

Verify connector style, terminal count, and thread style before installation. This sensor uses a rectangular female connector with blade terminals and does not include a wiring harness. Several fitments include notes such as threaded/screw-in, aluminum housing, M12 x 1.5 thread, or 2-terminal configurations, so confirm the exact engine and VIN notes for your vehicle before ordering. For example, this part fits 2006-2007 Ford Fusion, screw-in type, and fits 2001 Ford Ranger, with rectangular connector.

Quality Assurance

Holstein Parts supplies this engine coolant temperature sensor as a direct replacement option for listed applications. The part number 2CTS0054 is cataloged against multiple OE and aftermarket references to support accurate fitment selection for Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Ford Fusion, and other listed vehicles.