Should I use genuine ECT sensor or compatible one?
11-07-2011, 12:48 PM
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Should I use genuine ECT sensor or compatible one?
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my original query
how many PIN in Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for A4 1.8t 1997? I bought a two PIN from Ebay by using seller's tool to identify proper sensor. (I paid it without checking in my car) I found the ECT sensor in my car which right locating in the end of engine under the air hose. HOW COMES IT GET FOUR WIRES????? DOES IT MEAN I NEED A 4 PIN SENSOR FOR REPLACEMENT?
SOMEONE WHO SUGGESTED ME TO GET A GENUINE SENSOR BECAUSE IT IS NOT EXPENSIVE PART. So I contacted a dealer for the sensor, I was told $110 for it while I can get a compatible one for $20.
I would like to know what major difference between such a genuine sensor and compatible one?
my original query
how many PIN in Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for A4 1.8t 1997? I bought a two PIN from Ebay by using seller's tool to identify proper sensor. (I paid it without checking in my car) I found the ECT sensor in my car which right locating in the end of engine under the air hose. HOW COMES IT GET FOUR WIRES????? DOES IT MEAN I NEED A 4 PIN SENSOR FOR REPLACEMENT?
SOMEONE WHO SUGGESTED ME TO GET A GENUINE SENSOR BECAUSE IT IS NOT EXPENSIVE PART. So I contacted a dealer for the sensor, I was told $110 for it while I can get a compatible one for $20.
I would like to know what major difference between such a genuine sensor and compatible one?
11-07-2011, 01:21 PM
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my original query
how many PIN in Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for A4 1.8t 1997? I bought a two PIN from Ebay by using seller's tool to identify proper sensor. (I paid it without checking in my car) I found the ECT sensor in my car which right locating in the end of engine under the air hose. HOW COMES IT GET FOUR WIRES????? DOES IT MEAN I NEED A 4 PIN SENSOR FOR REPLACEMENT?
SOMEONE WHO SUGGESTED ME TO GET A GENUINE SENSOR BECAUSE IT IS NOT EXPENSIVE PART. So I contacted a dealer for the sensor, I was told $110 for it while I can get a compatible one for $20.
I would like to know what major difference between such a genuine sensor and compatible one?
my original query
how many PIN in Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor for A4 1.8t 1997? I bought a two PIN from Ebay by using seller's tool to identify proper sensor. (I paid it without checking in my car) I found the ECT sensor in my car which right locating in the end of engine under the air hose. HOW COMES IT GET FOUR WIRES????? DOES IT MEAN I NEED A 4 PIN SENSOR FOR REPLACEMENT?
SOMEONE WHO SUGGESTED ME TO GET A GENUINE SENSOR BECAUSE IT IS NOT EXPENSIVE PART. So I contacted a dealer for the sensor, I was told $110 for it while I can get a compatible one for $20.
I would like to know what major difference between such a genuine sensor and compatible one?
$110 sounds ridiculous even from a dealer.
There are other choices other than E-bay/ Dealer.
http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B5_A4-...Sensor/ES1484/
Check the VIN there to see which one.
11-07-2011, 05:34 PM
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These are for the V6, if yours is the 1.8T you can adjust the site, but I'd say these are all in the $20 range, and they tell you the VIN split.
http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B5_A4-...rature_Sensor/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B5_A4-...rature_Sensor/
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