Standard Ignition TS-169 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

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Standard Ignition TS-169 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

Brand	Standard Ignition TS-169
Connector Gender	Female
Terminal Type	Blade
Thread Size - NPT	3/8" - 18 Thread
Fits	Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac, and GMC · 112 vehicles

Factory-calibrated. Delivers precise switch actuation at the specified temperature.

Robust design. Built with high-grade materials for demanding service use.

OE-quality manufacturing. Made by a global original-equipment ignition products manufacturer.

Cross-references Four Seasons 37930, Four Seasons 85223 and 1T1057 for the same application. See all 10.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Sender for OE-Style Signal Control

Standard Ignition TS-169 is an engine coolant temperature sender built for vehicles that use a dashboard coolant temperature indicator light. It features a female connector, one blade terminal, and a 3/8"-18 NPT thread size for the specified applications. This TS-169 sender is a direct-fit option for many GM cars, including Chevrolet Cavalier, Buick Century, and Pontiac 6000 applications.

Key Features

Engine coolant temperature sender for indicator-light applications
Female connector with 1 blade terminal
3/8"-18 NPT thread size
Factory-calibrated and tested for specified switch actuation temperature
Uses a formed bimetal contact arm for precise electrical contact movement
Built with high-grade materials for service use

Product Details

Standard Ignition TS-169 is engineered to transfer the electrical signal used by the fan controller and temperature warning circuit in the proper temperature range. The internal thermal design uses calibrated wax and bimetallic contact movement to deliver consistent switch action at the lower-temperature set point. For buyers searching for a coolant temperature sender for 1988-1991 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1989-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, or 1984-1987 Buick Regal, this part number provides the OE-style thread, terminal layout, and signal function required by the listed vehicles. This part cross-references Four Seasons (e.g., 37930, 85223) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

Inoperative coolant temperature warning light
Incorrect temperature signal to the fan controller
Intermittent gauge or indicator-light operation on listed vehicles
Failed sender due to age, heat cycling, or internal contact wear
Need for a replacement 3/8"-18 thread coolant temperature sender

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses a coolant temperature indicator light before ordering.
Confirm the connector style, terminal count, and 3/8"-18 thread size match the original part.
Inspect the harness connector and terminal condition before installation.
Use the listed application notes for vehicles with Canada emissions or dashboard light configurations where shown.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures this sender under complete quality control from component selection through final testing. Each unit is calibrated and tested to confirm switch actuation at the specified temperature, supporting consistent performance in the listed Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Cadillac applications. Part number TS-169 is built to meet the demands of professional service replacement.

This part fits 112 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Submodel	Liters	Cylinders	Fuel Type	Position	Notes
1991	Chevrolet	Cavalier	—	2.2L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1990	Buick	Century	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1990	Buick	LeSabre	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1990	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	—	—	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1990	Chevrolet	Cavalier	—	2.2L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1990	Chevrolet	Celebrity	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1990	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1990	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Ciera	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1990	Pontiac	6000	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1990	Pontiac	Sunbird	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Buick	Century	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1989	Buick	LeSabre	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Buick	Skyhawk	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Buick	Skylark	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Cadillac	Brougham	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Chevrolet	Cavalier	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1989	Chevrolet	Celebrity	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1989	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Ciera	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1989	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Pontiac	6000	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1989	Pontiac	Sunbird	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1989	Pontiac	Tempest	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1988	Buick	LeSabre	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Buick	Skyhawk	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Buick	Skylark	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Cadillac	Brougham	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Chevrolet	Cavalier	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1988	Chevrolet	Corsica	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1988	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1988	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Oldsmobile	Firenza	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	3.8L	V6	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Pontiac	Sunbird	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1988	Pontiac	Tempest	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	w/ Canada Emissions; 3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; With Light
1987	Buick	LeSabre	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1987	Buick	Skylark	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Cadillac	Brougham	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Chevrolet	Corsica	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	Coolant Temp; 3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; With Light
1987	Oldsmobile	98	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Oldsmobile	Calais	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1987	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1987	Pontiac	Tempest	—	2.0L	L4	—	N/A	w/ Canada Emissions; With Light
1986	Buick	LeSabre	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Buick	Regal	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1986	Buick	Skylark	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1986	Oldsmobile	98	Regency	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	98	Regency Brougham	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	Calais	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Salon	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1986	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Pontiac	Grand Am	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1986	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Buick	Century	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Buick	LeSabre	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Buick	LeSabre	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Buick	Regal	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Buick	Skylark	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Cadillac	Eldorado	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	Coolant Temp; 3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; With Light
1985	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1985	Cadillac	Seville	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1985	Chevrolet	Celebrity	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Chevrolet	Impala	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	98	Regency	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Oldsmobile	98	Regency Brougham	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Oldsmobile	Calais	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Ciera	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	5.7L	V8	DIESEL	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Oldsmobile	Toronado	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Pontiac	6000	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1985	Pontiac	Grand Am	—	2.5L	L4	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Pontiac	Grand Am	—	3.0L	V6	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1985	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Buick	Century	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Buick	LeSabre	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Buick	LeSabre	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Buick	Regal	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Buick	Riviera	—	—	—	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1984	Cadillac	DeVille	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	Coolant Temp; 3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; With Light
1984	Cadillac	Eldorado	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1984	Cadillac	Fleetwood	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1984	Cadillac	Seville	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1984	Chevrolet	Caprice	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Chevrolet	Celebrity	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread; 2 Blade Term.; With Light
1984	Chevrolet	Impala	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Chevrolet	Monte Carlo	—	—	—	DIESEL	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Oldsmobile	98	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1984	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1984	Oldsmobile	Custom Cruiser	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Calais	—	—	—	DIESEL	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Ciera	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Oldsmobile	Cutlass Supreme	—	—	—	DIESEL	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	5.0L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Oldsmobile	Delta 88	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Oldsmobile	Toronado	—	—	—	—	N/A	Compatible with vehicles equipped with a coolant temperature indicator light on the dashboard.
1984	Pontiac	6000	—	4.3L	V6	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Pontiac	Bonneville	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
1984	Pontiac	Parisienne	—	5.7L	V8	—	N/A	3/8 Inch x 18 Thread Engine Coolant Temperature Sender with Light
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Four Seasons — 37930Four Seasons — 852231T105753-7747834025036629TS169TTS6662TW133WT416