Walker 214-1006 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

Engine Coolant Temperature Sender for GM Applications

Walker Products 214-1006 is an engine coolant temperature sender built for accurate temperature reporting in select Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles. It is a direct-fit replacement for applications including the Chevrolet Lumina, Monte Carlo, and Corsica, as well as the Buick Regal and Skylark.

Walker Products has supplied automotive fuel system and engine sensor components since 1946, with manufacturing and engineering support focused on OE-level fit and function. The Walker Products line is backed by ISO 9001/IATF16949-certified quality systems and application-specific technical support.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sender for select GM passenger cars
• Walker Products part number 214-1006
• Application-specific fitment for 1995-1997 Chevrolet Lumina and 1995-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
• Also fits 1995-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and 1995-1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
• Direct replacement option for 1995 Buick Regal, 1995 Buick Skylark, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva, and 1995 Pontiac Grand Am
• Built by a manufacturer with long-standing engine sensor and fuel system experience

Detailed Description

Walker Products 214-1006 is an engine coolant temperature sender used to report coolant temperature to the vehicle’s engine management or gauge system, depending on application. Accurate sender output is important for proper temperature monitoring and consistent drivability. This part cross-references Dixie Electric Ltd 12806 for the same application.

Compatible With 1995-1997 Chevrolet Lumina, 1995-1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1995-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1995-1996 Pontiac Grand Prix, 1995 Buick Regal, 1995 Buick Skylark, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva, and 1995 Pontiac Grand Am. The part number 214-1006 is a useful reference when verifying the correct sender for these GM models.

What It Helps Address

• Inaccurate coolant temperature readings
• Temperature gauge fluctuation or no reading
• Engine management concerns tied to incorrect coolant temperature input
• Hard starting or drivability issues related to temperature signal errors
• Diagnostic trouble codes associated with coolant temperature sender faults

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, thread size, and sensor location against the original part before installation. Confirm vehicle year, make, and model carefully, especially on 1995 GM applications where multiple sender configurations may exist. Use the vehicle service information for torque and sealing requirements, and inspect the cooling system for leaks or contamination before replacing the sender.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products manufactures engine sensors and related components to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications. The company supports production with in-house manufacturing, product management, engineering, and technical documentation, and operates under ISO 9001/IATF16949 certification.