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Standard Ignition TS-168 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
Reliable Engine Coolant Temperature Sender for GM Vehicles
The Standard Ignition TS-168 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender is designed to provide accurate temperature readings for a range of General Motors vehicles. This sender unit features a female plug-in connector with two blade terminals, ensuring a secure and reliable electrical connection.
- Connector Gender: Female for easy plug-in installation
- Connector Type: Plug-in style for secure fit
- Terminal Quantity: 2 terminals for stable signal transmission
- Terminal Type: Blade terminals compatible with factory wiring
- Compatible with multiple GM makes and models including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac
Product Details and Compatibility
The TS-168 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender from Standard Ignition is engineered to meet OEM specifications for a variety of GM vehicles such as the Buick LeSabre, Cadillac Fleetwood, Chevrolet Caprice, GMC S15 Jimmy, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Bonneville. Its female plug-in connector and dual blade terminals provide a reliable electrical interface that supports accurate engine temperature monitoring. This sender is essential for maintaining proper engine performance and preventing overheating by delivering precise coolant temperature data to the vehicle’s gauge or engine control module.
Common Applications and Problem Resolution
- Helps resolve inaccurate or fluctuating temperature gauge readings
- Prevents engine overheating by ensuring correct temperature sensor feedback
- Replaces faulty or damaged coolant temperature senders in GM vehicles
- Addresses issues with engine cooling system diagnostics and alerts
- Supports proper engine management and fuel efficiency through accurate temperature data
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Standard Ignition TS-168 sender requires disconnecting the battery and locating the existing coolant temperature sender on the engine block or cylinder head. Ensure the connector is female and plug-in style with two blade terminals to match the TS-168. Use appropriate tools to remove the old sender and install the new unit securely. Verify the electrical connection is tight and free of corrosion before reconnecting the battery and testing the temperature gauge or engine control system.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Standard Ignition parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards, providing reliable performance and durability. The TS-168 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure consistent operation in compatible Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models. This part is backed by Standard Ignition’s limited warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions.
| Brand | Standard Ignition |
| Part Number | TS-168 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Type | Plug In |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
This part fits 98 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Chevrolet | Corsica | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1991 | Pontiac | Tempest | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1990 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 4.5L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1990 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1990 | Chevrolet | Corsica | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1990 | Pontiac | Tempest | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1989 | Cadillac | Brougham | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/ Oil Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1989 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 4.5L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1989 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 4.5L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | Corsica | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1989 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1989 | Pontiac | 6000 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1989 | Pontiac | Grand Am | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1989 | Pontiac | Tempest | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1988 | Buick | LeSabre | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1988 | Buick | Skylark | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1988 | Cadillac | Brougham | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/ Oil Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1988 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 4.5L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Corsica | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | GMC | S15 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | GMC | Safari | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1988 | Pontiac | 6000 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Grand Am | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1988 | Pontiac | Tempest | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1987 | Buick | LeSabre | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1987 | Buick | Skylark | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1987 | Cadillac | Brougham | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/ Oil Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | GMC | S15 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | GMC | Safari | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | 98 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Salon | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | w/o Electronic Cluster; With Gauge | |||
| 1987 | Pontiac | 6000 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Bonneville | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1987 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Grand Am | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1986 | Buick | LeSabre | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1986 | Buick | Skylark | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1986 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/ Oil Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | GMC | Safari | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Regency | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | ||
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Regency Brougham | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | ||
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Salon | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | w/ Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Salon | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | w/o Electronic Cluster; With Gauge | |||
| 1986 | Pontiac | 6000 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1986 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Buick | Century | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Buick | Riviera | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Buick | Riviera | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Buick | Skylark | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Impala | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | w/ Gauge; With Gauge | |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Toronado | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1985 | Pontiac | 6000 | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1985 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Buick | Century | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Buick | LeSabre | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Buick | Riviera | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Buick | Riviera | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | 2 Blade Term.; With Gauge | |||
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Impala | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | 98 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Toronado | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. | |||
| 1984 | Pontiac | Fiero | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Fits engines with gauges. |
* 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.