Standard Ignition S3165 Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Connector

Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Connector for OE Repair

Standard Ignition S3165 is an engine oil temperature sensor connector built for direct electrical repair on supported Chevrolet and Ford applications. It uses a rectangular male connector housing with a 2-blade female terminal interface and a 17.5-inch harness for serviceable routing.

Use this connector when you need a clean replacement for damaged, heat-affected, or corroded sensor wiring on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, and Chevrolet Trax, as well as select Ford E-Series and Super Duty models.

Key Features

• Standard Ignition S3165 engine oil temperature sensor connector
• Rectangular connector shape with male housing
• 2 female blade terminals for sensor connection
• 2-wire design with 18-gauge harness
• 17.5-inch harness length for routing flexibility
• 1-inch housing length and 0-degree bend angle

Detailed Description

This engine oil temperature sensor connector is designed for electrical service where the original connector has failed at the terminals, locking tabs, or wire entry points. The 440 mm harness length supports replacement of the damaged section without forcing the splice point too close to the sensor. Standard Ignition S3165 is a practical OE-style repair part for maintaining a stable connection at the oil temperature sensor on vehicles including the Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, and Chevrolet Trax. This part cross-references 19119935 and EC3190 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or brittle sensor connector housings
• Corroded or heat-damaged terminal contacts
• Intermittent oil temperature sensor signal loss
• Wiring repairs after connector melt or contamination
• Poor electrical contact at the engine oil temperature sensor

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the sensor pins and surrounding harness before installation. Match the rectangular connector orientation, verify terminal engagement, and route the harness away from exhaust heat and moving components. Confirm the repair against the vehicle wiring diagram before final assembly. Fits 2010-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, N/A; Fits 2012-2018 Chevrolet Sonic, N/A; Fits 2013-2018 Chevrolet Trax, N/A; Fits 2010 Ford E-250, N/A; Fits 2004-2010 Ford E-350 Super Duty, N/A; Fits 2005-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N/A; Fits 2005-2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A; Fits 2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A; Fits 2009 Ford E-150, N/A; Fits 2007 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A; Fits 2003-2005 Ford Excursion, N/A; Fits 2004 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized aftermarket brand for electrical service parts, and S3165 is built to support direct-fit repair needs across the listed applications. Verify connector style and terminal layout against the original part before installation.