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NTK EF0018 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
Reliable Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for Hyundai and Kia Vehicles
The NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor EF0018 is designed to provide accurate temperature readings for your vehicle's engine management system. Compatible with a range of Hyundai and Kia models, this sensor ensures optimal engine performance and helps prevent overheating issues.
- Terminal Type: Blade for secure electrical connection
- Connector Shape: Square for precise fitment
- Terminal Quantity: 4 terminals to support complex wiring needs
- Connector Gender: Female connector for compatibility with factory wiring harness
- Wiring Harness: Not included
About the NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Product Line
The NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor line focuses on delivering reliable and precise temperature sensing components for engine cooling systems. The EF0018 sensor is part of this line, engineered to meet OEM specifications and provide consistent performance across various Hyundai and Kia models. This product line emphasizes durability and accurate temperature feedback to support engine control units in maintaining proper engine temperature.
Detailed Product Description
The NTK EF0018 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor features a blade terminal type and a square-shaped female connector with four terminals, ensuring a secure and stable electrical connection. This sensor is designed to interface directly with the vehicle’s existing wiring harness (not included) and provides critical temperature data to the engine control module. Accurate coolant temperature readings help optimize fuel injection, ignition timing, and emission controls, contributing to efficient engine operation.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Helps prevent engine overheating by providing accurate temperature data
- Supports proper engine warm-up and fuel efficiency
- Resolves erratic temperature gauge readings
- Addresses engine performance issues related to faulty temperature sensors
- Prevents check engine light triggers related to coolant temperature faults
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the NTK EF0018 sensor, ensure the connector is fully seated to avoid poor electrical contact. This sensor is compatible with specific Hyundai and Kia models including Cadenza, Forte, Forte5, Forte Koup, Magentis, Optima, Palisade, Rondo, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Sport, Sedona, Sonata, Sorento, Sportage, Telluride, Tucson, and Veloster N. Verify the part number EF0018 matches your vehicle’s requirements before installation. Wiring harness is not included, so use the existing vehicle harness for connection.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensors are manufactured to meet strict quality standards and OEM specifications. The EF0018 sensor undergoes rigorous testing to ensure durability and reliable performance under various operating conditions. Warranty coverage details should be confirmed with the point of purchase or manufacturer documentation.
| Brand | NTK |
| Part Number | EF0018 |
| Position | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
| Connector Shape | Square |
| Terminal Quantity | 4 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Wiring Harness Included | No |
This part fits 148 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Hyundai | Palisade | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Hyundai | Veloster N | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Kia | Sedona | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2021 | Kia | Telluride | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Palisade | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Veloster N | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Cadenza | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Sedona | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Sorento | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2020 | Kia | Telluride | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Hyundai | Veloster N | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Cadenza | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Optima | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Sedona | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Sorento | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2019 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Cadenza | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Sedona | 3.3L | V6 | N/A | From 2/2018; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Sorento | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2018 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Sorento | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2017 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Sorento | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2016 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2015 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2014 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Santa Fe Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte5 | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Forte5 | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2013 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Forte | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Forte | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Forte5 | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Forte5 | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Sorento | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Sportage | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2012 | Kia | Sportage | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Forte | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Forte | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2011 | Kia | Optima | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Tucson | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Forte | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Forte | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Forte Koup | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Magentis | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2010 | Kia | Rondo | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2009 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2009 | Kia | Optima | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2009 | Kia | Rondo | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | From Production Date 6/2008; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Sonata | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Located on Thermostat Housing; From 12/2007; NTK Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.