Walker 270-1117 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender Connector

OE-Style Coolant Temperature Connector

Walker 270-1117 is an engine coolant temperature sender connector built as an OE replacement for damaged or heat-aged wiring repairs. It uses a molded factory-style housing with pre-terminated leads to restore a secure electrical connection at the coolant temperature sender.

Compatible with Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Taurus, and related Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Lincoln applications, this connector is built for direct repair work where the original plug has corroded, cracked, or lost terminal tension.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sender connector for OE-style repair
• Walker part number 270-1117
• 2-terminal design with male connector gender and female terminal gender
• Molded connector housing for factory-style sensor mating
• Copper wire and insulation selected for heat, oil, and chemical resistance
• Pre-terminated leads for crimp or solder repair methods

Detailed Description

Walker Products electrical pigtails are engineered to replace damaged harness connectors across critical vehicle systems. This 270-1117 connector is designed for a precise OE fit at the engine coolant temperature sender, helping restore stable signal transfer between the sensor and the vehicle harness. It is a practical repair part for drivability diagnostics, emissions-related service, and wiring restoration on high-heat engine bay circuits. This part cross-references Standard Ignition S-1082 for the same application.

Fits 1997-2011 Ford Ranger, N/A; 1998-2009 Mazda B4000, N/A; 2001-2008 Ford Escape, N/A; 2005-2008 Mercury Mariner, N/A; 1998-2007 Mazda B3000, N/A; 1996-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, N/A; 1996-2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A; 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; 2001-2004 Mazda B2300, N/A; 2003-2004 Mercury Marauder, N/A; 1997-2003 Ford Explorer, N/A; 1996-2003 Ford Windstar, N/A; 1996-2003 Lincoln Town Car, N/A; 1997-2002 Ford Escort, N/A; 2000-2002 Ford Taurus, N/A; 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A; 1997-2002 Mercury Sable, N/A; 2001 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A; 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, N/A; 2000-2001 Mazda MPV, N/A; 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; 1998-2000 Ford Contour, N/A; 1998-2000 Mercury Mystique, N/A; 1997-1999 Ford Taurus, N/A; 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer, N/A; 1996-1998 Ford Mustang, N/A; 1996-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, N/A; 1997 Mazda B2300, N/A, Color-Gray; 1995-1997 Mazda B4000, N/A, Color-Gray; 1995-1996 Mazda B3000, N/A, Color-Gray.

Common Repair Uses

• Broken or brittle coolant temperature sender connector
• Corroded terminals causing intermittent sensor signal
• Heat-damaged wiring near the engine coolant sensor
• Check engine light concerns tied to poor connector contact
• Harness repair on Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mazda B-series trucks

Installation Notes

Use standard crimp or solder repair methods when splicing into the existing harness. Match the connector orientation to the mating sensor, verify terminal seating, and inspect the harness for heat damage or corrosion before final assembly. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, and model before installation.

Quality Assurance

Walker electrical pigtails are built to OE specifications for current capacity, flexibility, and resistance to heat, oil, and chemicals. The molded housing and copper-wire construction are selected to support reliable long-term electrical connection in demanding underhood environments.