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Oil Temperature Sensor
By OE Match
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Fits:
Porsche 914 - 1970 to 1976
Cover for temperature sensor for oil, M10x1mm
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021101267
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- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Fits:
Porsche 911 / 912 1969-76
Porsche 911 SC SPM 1978-83
Porsche 911 Turbo 3.0L 1975-77
Porsche 914
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- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Maintain accurate engine management with this OE Match Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor, manufactured as a direct replacement. Produced to OE-style specifications, this sensor is designed to monitor cylinder head temperature and provide the engine management system with precise temperature data, allowing it to adjust fuel delivery and ignition timing for optimum engine performance, efficiency, and drivability.
Fits:
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Over time, temperature sensors can deteriorate through repeated heat cycles, vibration, and age, leading to inaccurate temperature readings or complete sensor failure. A faulty cylinder head temperature sensor can cause poor starting, rough running, increased fuel consumption, and incorrect fuel mixture adjustments. Replacing the sensor restores accurate engine temperature monitoring and helps ensure the engine management system performs as intended. This OE Match cylinder head temperature sensor is ideal for routine maintenance, engine repairs, and Porsche restoration projects.
What This Product Does:
- Monitors the temperature of the engine cylinder head.
- Sends accurate temperature data to the engine management system.
- Helps optimise fuel delivery and ignition timing.
- Supports efficient engine performance and fuel economy.
- Contributes to reliable cold starting and smooth engine operation.
- Replaces faulty or inaccurate original temperature sensors.
- Provides an OE-style fit and dependable quality.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Difficult cold or hot starting.
- Rough idle or uneven engine running.
- Increased fuel consumption.
- Poor engine performance.
- Engine hesitation during acceleration.
- Incorrect fuel mixture caused by inaccurate temperature readings.
- Faulty sensor identified during engine diagnostics or restoration work.
Why Replacement Matters:
- The cylinder head temperature sensor is a critical engine management component that provides the control unit with accurate information about engine operating temperature. This data allows the engine management system to make precise adjustments to fuel injection and ignition timing, ensuring efficient combustion, reliable starting, and smooth engine performance.
- A faulty sensor can send inaccurate temperature readings, resulting in incorrect fuel mixtures, poor drivability, increased fuel consumption, and unnecessary strain on the engine. Replacing a worn or failed sensor restores accurate temperature monitoring and helps maintain reliable engine operation. Manufactured as a direct replacement and produced to OE-style specifications, this OE Match Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor provides the correct fit, dependable performance, and long-lasting durability, making it an excellent choice for Porsche maintenance, repairs, and restoration projects.
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OEMatch Oil Temperature Sensor — Fit, Function, Confidence
OEMatch oil temperature sensor components are compatible replacements engineered to original-spec dimensions and tolerances — a practical option when genuine or OEM parts are unavailable. They monitor oil temperature for Porsche models and provide data used by the ECU and dashboard to regulate cooling and lubrication, helping maintain consistent oil viscosity and engine performance across driving conditions.
Available Types
- Threaded sender units for oil galleries
- In-line sensors with mounting bracket
- Compact senders for classic and modern Porsche engines
Understanding OEMatch Oil Temperature Sensor
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts are made by the same company that produced your Porsche’s original oil temperature sensor.
OE (Original Equipment) refers to parts matching original specifications for the oil temperature sensor and may be supplied by alternative manufacturers. Aftermarket parts offer alternative options, sometimes with enhanced features or better value. OEMatch supplies non-OEM oil temperature sensor engineered as direct-fit alternatives to OEM parts, made to original-spec dimensions and tolerances for Porsche models.
The oil temperature sensor itself measures the temperature of the engine oil via a thermistor or similar sensing element and sends that signal to the vehicle’s control systems. Accurate readings inform cooling fan strategies, ignition and fuelling adjustments, and driver warning indicators. Typical construction includes a temperature-sensitive element, a sealed housing tolerant of heat and oil exposure, and an electrical connector designed to match factory wiring and gauges.
Benefits Include
- Restores accurate oil temperature monitoring for reliable ECU responses
- Helps prevent overheating and reduces oil degradation
- Supports consistent oil viscosity and lubrication under load
Why Oil Temperature Sensor Wear and Fail
- Thermal fatigue from repeated high-temperature cycles
- Oil contamination or sludge build-up on the sensing tip
- Connector corrosion, wiring damage or intermittent electrical faults
- Seal deterioration leading to ingress or leaks
The Importance of Replacing with OEMatch Oil Temperature Sensor
A faulty oil temperature sensor can cause incorrect engine-management adjustments that lead to overheating, accelerated oil breakdown, or reduced performance. Replacing a worn or damaged sensor restores reliable temperature feedback to the ECU and dash instruments, reducing the risk of heat-related engine wear and supporting correct cooling and lubrication strategies for Porsche engines.
Advantages
- Manufactured from heat- and corrosion-resistant materials for durability
- Designed to match original dimensions and electrical interfaces
- Suitable for restoration, routine servicing and performance applications
