Standard Ignition TS-11 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

Engine Coolant Temperature Sender for Dashboard Light Systems

Standard Ignition TS-11 is an engine coolant temperature sender built for vehicles that use a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard. It uses a bolt-on mounting style with a single male round plug-in connector and one male blade terminal for straightforward electrical connection.

Key Features

• Bolt-on attachment method for secure installation
• Single male round connector with plug-in design
• Single male blade terminal for signal transfer
• Factory-calibrated switch actuation at the specified temperature
• Thermal switch design with wax pellet and bimetal contact movement
• Calibrated and tested during production for consistent operation

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition TS-11 engine coolant temperature sender is designed for dashboard light applications where accurate temperature-based switching is required. Its thermal design uses custom wax formulations and a formed bimetallic contact arm to create precise electrical contact at the lower-temperature set point. This helps the cooling system warning circuit respond as intended in vehicles such as the 1968 Chevrolet Camaro, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette, and 1980 Pontiac Firebird. Standard Ignition TS-11 is also listed for classic Oldsmobile applications including the 1971-1974 Cutlass and 1982 Cutlass Supreme.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 85215 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Inoperative coolant temperature indicator light
• Erratic dashboard temperature warning behavior
• Delayed electrical switching at the sender point
• Faulty sender operation caused by worn thermal contacts
• Replacement needs on older GM vehicles with light-based temperature indication

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses a coolant temperature indicator light, not a gauge-style sender.
• Confirm the connector style and terminal layout match the original unit.
• Inspect the mating plug and wiring for corrosion before installation.
• Use the listed fitment notes for emissions and light-equipped applications, including California and Federal configurations where shown.
• Fits 1963 Buick Riviera, N/A; Fits 1964-1965 Buick LeSabre, N/A; Fits 1967 Pontiac Firebird, N/A; Fits 1968 Chevrolet Bel Air, N/A; Fits 1968 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A; Fits 1968 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A; Fits 1968 Chevrolet El Camino, N/A; Fits 1968 Chevrolet Impala, N/A; Fits 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A; Fits 1971-1974 Oldsmobile 98, N/A; Fits 1971-1974 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, N/A; Fits 1971-1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass, N/A; Fits 1971-1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, N/A; Fits 1971-1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88, N/A; Fits 1974 Oldsmobile Delta 88, N/A; Fits 1968-1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A; Fits 1980 Cadillac Fleetwood, N/A; Fits 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A; Fits 1980 Oldsmobile Starfire, N/A; Fits 1980 Pontiac Firebird, N/A; Fits 1980 Pontiac Grand LeMans, N/A; Fits 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A; Fits 1980 Pontiac Sunbird, N/A; Fits 1981 Pontiac Laurentian, N/A; Fits 1981 Pontiac Parisienne, N/A; Fits 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, N/A; Fits 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, N/A; Fits 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures this sender with complete quality control from component selection through finished product testing. Each unit is calibrated and tested to confirm switch actuation at the specified temperature, supporting consistent performance in service.