Holstein 2CTS0135 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for Ford and Lincoln

Holstein 2CTS0135 is an engine coolant temperature sensor for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It supports accurate coolant temperature reporting to the engine control system, helping maintain proper fuel delivery, idle quality, and temperature-based engine management.

Use this Holstein Parts sensor when servicing Ford Explorer, F-150, Transit, Edge, Mustang, Expedition, and related Lincoln models that call for this application.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sensor for temperature signal input to the vehicle control system
• Holstein Parts line coverage for Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury applications
• Direct replacement application for many 2008-2025 vehicles
• Cross-references Standard Ignition TX188 and AMS Automotive 4271 for the same application
• Part number 2CTS0135 for catalog lookup and fitment verification

Application Details

Compatible With Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Transit-150, Ford Transit-250, Ford Transit-350, Ford Transit-350 HD, Ford Edge, Ford Mustang, Ford Expedition, Ford GT, Ford Fusion, Ford Escape, Ford Fiesta, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Ford Focus, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Aviator, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln MKZ, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln MKC, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKX, Lincoln MKS, Mazda CX-9, Mazda 6, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mercury Milan, and Ford Taurus X in the listed model years. Fitment includes cylinder-head-mounted applications on select Ford Edge, Mustang, Fusion, Escape, F-150, and Lincoln models, so confirm the exact engine location before ordering. Holstein 2CTS0135 is also referenced by multiple interchange numbers used across the aftermarket.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Incorrect coolant temperature readings
• Hard starting or rough idle related to temperature input
• Check engine lights tied to coolant temperature sensor faults
• Fuel mixture or drivability issues caused by inaccurate engine temperature data
• Cooling-system monitoring problems on Ford and Lincoln vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify the connector style, engine location, and model-year notes before installation. Several applications list the sensor at the cylinder head, while others use a standard engine coolant temperature sensor location. Always compare the original part number and vehicle build details, especially on 2018-2025 Ford Explorer, F-150, Edge, Mustang, and Transit applications.

Quality Assurance

Holstein Parts supplies this sensor as a cataloged replacement part for the listed applications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s year, make, model, and location notes to ensure the correct installation.