96legacy Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 My check engine light came on and a scan revealed a bad coolant temperature sensor. How hard could that be to replace, right? Where is the blasted thing located on my 96 Legacy Outback with a 2.2, 5 speed? I'm kind of new at this, so thanks for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990legacy Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 My check engine light came on and a scan revealed a bad coolant temperature sensor. How hard could that be to replace, right? Where is the blasted thing located on my 96 Legacy Outback with a 2.2, 5 speed? I'm kind of new at this, so thanks for your help. Well, I just did the one on my car, and since it would appear you have the same engine, the temp sensor on your car should be located below and to the left of your alternator, which has to come out to get at the sensor. But really, its a fairly simple task, just remember the order in which you took things out. And the sensor should run you like $7 or so at a parts store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill90Loyale Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 The sensor is to the left of the coil pack and tucked way down underneath some PCV hoses and two big wiring harnesses. Hard to find the first time. Search the forum. There are pictures out there. A bad CTS should cause you to be having hard starting (turns over, but won't fire up the way it should). About $30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96legacy Posted January 26, 2005 Author Share Posted January 26, 2005 Thanks for your help. I found it, replaced it and voila! No light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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