2017 Ford Escape 1.5L Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Replacement

[@newfie-dean5803]

I just had this same problem on a 2019 escape 2.0L Ecoboost. It suddenly happened and I was monitoring the temperature on live data beforehand and it was showing like 85C so it was not really hot but the temperature gauge was showing hot and I had that same overheat message. The temperature gauge would not go back down even after being shut off for a while. The coolant level was fine and the fans were running as this happened. The only way I could get the car to drive again (it was in limp mode) was to clear the codes. Then the temperature hand went back to normal right away and the car was driving perfect afterwards. Prior to this happening I was having a hesitation with a quick flashing engine oil light when I was starting out from a stop. Since this happened that issue went away. I’m not sure what the issue is with this vehicle as last week I had 2 codes for the 2 camshaft position sensors after getting a hesitation with the flickering oil light but that went away too. It seems I have some electrical issue causing problems. I don’t even know if changing this sensor will fix it.

[@98babyrere72]

My same 2 codes i changed the air temp sensor now i just need to fix cylinder head temp sensor car is in limp mode was told engine blow similar to you was in small accident got radiator and inner cooler replaced same codes as you same sounds

[@alfonsoramos5597]

Hi, thanks for your videos by the way. Ok I replaced the over heat sensor like you here on this video in my 2018 ford escape and it's still not running right and then shuts off and that over heating message on the guages comes back on again. I did notice one of the two wires on theback of the connector was off so I pushed it back in and I connected it back to the sensor. What do I do next? Do you think the problem is with the connector? I need some help.

[@Exotic_pet_company]

Did you ever figure it out?

[@chasefowler5812]

What is the name of the large hose you removed? I accidentally broke a sensor that connects to it😢

[@LandonHallMedia]

Not sure if you found your answer but almost everything in this engine bay is labeled. Just look around for a sticker with some numbers or a QR code and search it

[@AnnaVictoria384]

excelent thks for the video

[@kaidentodd7173]

Do you have to drain the coolant? Or is it just okay to pull the sensor out?

[@VasylGladun]

No, you don't have to drain coolant.

[@ToraGBestSellers-gr8cg]

I changed the heater hose and the cylinder temperature sensor and it still leaking. What could bee the issue?

[@VasylGladun]

I am missing the connection between leaking coolant and cylinder temperature sensor. Here's the link below how I found a leak in my cooling system maybe this will help you, reality is cooling system have more than one hose so there are many possible situation for coolant leak. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmHaiWZ-lMadiNUsi=7LY71-VO3SPE4Uff

[@rickthompson3231]

Did this to a 2018 escape 1.5l last year. Getting ready to do the same replacement again. These engines are junk from the factory. They leak coolant into the cylinders. We've been using gasket sealer trying to get as much mileage as possible. I guess everyone needs a hobby. This vehicle is ours. Shame on Ford for knowingly releasing an engine they knew was going to fail prematurely at the owners expense.

[@eugenecurley5328]

Nothing I changed out the high temperature sensor and coolant temperature sensor and thermostat assembly and it still reads high engine temperature

[@VasylGladun]

By the way what code do you have for this error?

[@eugenecurley5328]

P1299 that's for the cylinder head temperature sensor and I don't remember the other one but it came as coolant temperature sensor so I changed both of them and the thermostat assembly it still reads engine high temperature and still no power

[@bbmats]

Did you get it resolved? I'm getting the same issue. I'm planning to have the pcm reflash done as I came across another YT video that showed how they resolved it. Will keep you posted.

[@grinenko-alex]

@@bbmats did you resolve this problem? It’s been 4 momths

[@VasylGladun]

In my case just changing sensors didn't help, I still had to clear codes afterwards.

[@eugenecurley5328]

So what your saying is that after I changed out the high engine temperature sensor and coolant temperature sensor and thermostat assembly I should restart the code for which I didn't do

[@eugenecurley5328]

I haven't reset the code on my message panel yet so every time I start the car it reads high engine temperature stop safely

[@VasylGladun]

That's what I had to do. Code did not clear itself automatically after I replaced sensor. I had to clear it manually

[@christinawallace960]

How do you manually clear the code?

[@VasylGladun]

The code reader that I'm using providing the option clear pending codes. So what I meant even though problem already fixed Ford automatically is not clearing that code. You have to go through the code reader and actually clear the code using that option by yourself

[@jhuniormamani1337]

Hola bueno días disculpe ya cambié el sensor de la temperatura de la culta q me sale el p1299 pero aún así me sale en el escáner que más puedo hacerlo me sigue saliendo ese código una ayuda porfas

[@VasylGladun]

Tienes que borrar el código después de reemplazar el sensor. el código no desaparecerá por sí solo automáticamente

[@tmoripper6142]

Just happened to my 2017 2.0L. If you have a reader you can clear the code and turn the car on. It will return but your car will be on.

[@VasylGladun]

To this day I wonder what would happen if I would just cleared the code first before replacing the sensor.

[@tmoripper6142]

Later the code didn't return after clearing and letting sit for 6 hours before a tow truck took it to the dealership. However after they replaced the sensor the code returned while we were on the express way randomly maybe 250 miles later. It put the car in limpmode. Dealership is replacing PCM now. Will have to wait about 3 weeks for a new one. Fun times.

[@VasylGladun]

It's been a year since I've replaced my sensor, I put 20k+ miles already on my Escape, code didn't come back.

[@newfie-dean5803]

@@VasylGladundid yours happen suddenly and did you have any drivability issues prior to getting the message such as a hesitation? I’m not sure if the sensor is in the same location on a 2.0 L but it probably is. Your video is great, thanks! I would not have been able to drive mine if I I did not have a code reader to clear the codes as the temperature gauge would not move off hot until I cleared the 1299 codes and then it went out of limp mode after doing that.

[@angelojones9713]

I changed my sensor and clear the code cpl days later temp came on again and it not running hot it drags when you take off like its not getting enough power when i accelerate What should i do?

[@VasylGladun]

What code do you have?

[@eugenecurley5328]

Same thing happened to my 2017 ford. Escape today

[@blynch3471]

You figure out what was wrong ??

[@eugenecurley5328]

Nope nothing I've been trying to realign the timing use the timing tool kit and nothing the compressor is all good

[@blynch3471]

Question is this the original motor?

[@123412344418]

What is the name of the App that you referred to at the end of the video?

[@VasylGladun]

3:50 Torque (Lite). Same one I showed in the beginning of the video

[@123412344418]

Thank you. This video saved me a couple hundred $$$. Changed my car sensor. I got the ebd2 code reader, and follow the instructions. This fix my dash light and the car now drives perfectly. It was difficult but doable.

[@VasylGladun]

Congrats! Comments like yours are the reason I'm making these videos. Thank you

[@damondsworld5361]

Thankyou !!!!!

[@VasylGladun]

You are welcome

[@tiktok_mechanic6957]

We're your cooling fans running right away?

[@VasylGladun]

Yes

[@ahmedblogs7416]

Hi I have P1299-00 code on my Ford focus 2015 plate What shall I do? High engine temperature msg came up on dush and car went on limp mode. I have reseted the code and now car is running fine. I have changed the coolent sensor and termostat. So it cant be those two. If I keep driving without any further check would that be any problem? Thanks in advance

[@VasylGladun]

If you cleared the code and car's running fine you don't have to worry about it. If the problem is still there it will pop again. P1299 is head temperature sensor, so I don't see the connection to why you have changed the thermostat and coolant sensor.

[@armandozamora6678]

How can you take it off limp mode cause it’s not drivable to check the codes

[@VasylGladun]

It doesn't have to be drivable to check codes, just turn the ignition on without starting the car.

[@emmanuelocran52]

I couldn’t find that cht sensor on my 2014 escape 1.6 turbo, kindly show me the location pls

[@VasylGladun]

It should be located on the driver side of the engine in the bottom far corner, right below the coolant temperature sensor

[@emmanuelocran52]

@@VasylGladun I checked but it wasn’t there, but I see the sensor is been removed and put it outside, I don’t know if they have changed the head before

[@VasylGladun]

What is the story with this vehicle? Are you trying to buy it? Has it been running before?

[@leonardodanniellopez9249]

The one of a ford fusion 2014 where it is found is a 1.5 engine

[@VasylGladun]

Don't know for sure, it might be on the right (driver) side of the engine. Just follow the harness, sensor will look same as my.

[@justin8894]

My 2017 escape SE AWD has left me stranded with this exact problem. Fuck Ford.

[@bbmats]

Did you get a resolution? I'm also stuck.

[@brandinn1269]

Same mine is an 2018

[@danlorencz82]

Light on fire and drink a beer !!

[@angelojones9713]

I changed sensor car still running bad whats next

[@VasylGladun]

This sensor taking care of common overheating problem. Do (did) you have error message on the dash? Can you describe what do you mean by running bad?

[@kingsolomon4392]

where is the cht sensor location on a 2.5L engine?

[@VasylGladun]

Look for a plug covered with foiled cap (11:12). On 2.5L engine I think it could be located on the driver side of the engine

[@kingsolomon4392]

no luck, this is the 2.5l, all data diy has 3 engine diagrams that dont match this engine :[

[@Fernan2010]

Middle in between spark plugs

[@Kingcustomz]

mine looks different, it looks like a coolant temp sensor

[@Ibamba7]

Hello, I own a 2014 Ford Escape 1.6 L- FWD, My engine failed due to being out of time. I order a used engine with 94000 miles on it, the engine was in working condition before being removed, I had it installed by a mechanic at a shop. However, within 1 minute of the car being started, there is a notification on the screen that read: High Engine Temperature Stop Safely. Upon scanning the following code came up P1299 Cylinder Head Over-temperature Protection Active. The coolant level sensor, the coolant temp sensor, and the Cylinder Head Over-temperature Protection sensor were replaced. The shop also reset the PCM however the issue is still there. The engine does not overheat while it is running from the data received on the tech computer. So far the tech at the shop told me the issue is electric and he will continue to work on it. My car does not have a remote start and is out of warranty. I would appreciate any opinions on resolving this issue.

[@VasylGladun]

Wow. This is way above my skills. My philosophy is to try myself as far as I can understand the process after that I go to certified dealer. I understand that not all dealers have high quality mechanics, but I guess I was lucky enough to find a good one in my area. It's always a bit more money, but in my case they always find problem faster and they give 2 years warranty. Sorry couldn't help you on this. Good luck

[@alejandrovera4062]

Hello Friend !! I have exactly the same problem under the same circumstances :( were you able to solve the problem?

[@Ibamba7]

Not yet. Please let me know if you find a solution

[@bbmats]

My 1.6 kuga is doing the exact same thing. did you resolve it?

[@Ibamba7]

Not yet. Please let me know if you fix yours

[@csr2king862]

To the author of this video did the escape have a miss when the high engine temperature showed on the screen

[@VasylGladun]

Miss fire? No engine was working smooth. It's been a while of course but if it would run rough I would most likely mention it in the video.

[@miguelmedina1991]

There's no music there is no applause to whomever is reading the captions

[@VasylGladun]

🤔😁

[@marcestino2761]

Man what a mess of a job for something so simple, unreal. Have to go into major surgery to swap out a sensor

[@jermainstarks7061]

That is not the temp sensor

[@VasylGladun]

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[@98babyrere72]

Yes it is I have same car it's under by 3rd sparkplug

[@eugenecurley5328]

Nothing I changed out the high temperature sensor and coolant temperature sensor and thermostat assembly and it still reads high engine temperature

[@VasylGladun]

Sorry to hear that. Looks like you have a bad one. The only thing I would do is try to find possible damage to the harness before going to Ford dealership for diagnostic.

[@blynch3471]

Did you get it resolved

[@eugenecurley5328]

Nothing the sensors are new and the water pump is new we tried resetting the timing but they are no timing marks

[@grinenko-alex]

@@eugenecurley5328 did you fix the problem?

[@bbmats]

@@grinenko-alex on my 1.6 kuga, I had to replace the coolant level sensor. They don't come with the head temperature sensor but a coolant level sensor. Make sure that there's no air pocket in the coolant level sensor before replacing it.