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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 02:14 PM
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Low coolant warning

Not sure if this should be in here or non-drivetrain folder. Back in July this year, I got a low coolant warning on my 2018 3500. All looked good, no overheat. waring light has been on since. I picked up a new overflow bottle with new sensor. Finally got around to putting it in today. Warning went off for about 5 minutes then came back on. Okay, maybe system burped. Added a little more coolant to bottle. It is above the seam of the bottle (which is the 'min" level). Low coolant is still displayed on dash. I verified that the sensor was plugged in tight. I would not think so, but does the PCM need to be flashed to get rid of this? What else would keep this warning active? Guess there is always a possibility that the new sensor is bad, but ...

2018 RAM 3500 6.7L 144,000 miles
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Old Dec 9, 2023 | 10:28 AM
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Time to trace the wires to see they chaffed against something and grounded out. Good Luck.
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Old Dec 24, 2023 | 11:46 AM
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Thought I would post a follow up, in case anyone else has to replace a coolant sensor and/or coolant bottle. The Dorman bottle I got came with a new sensor in it. I do not know if the pins on the sensor were too small, too short, or if the design did not allow the plug to seat. If I wiggle the plug, the warning light would come and go. After some quick search of reviews, I went to Dodge dealer and got a MOPAR sensor. Problem fixed.

Go to the dealership and get a MOPAR sensor. They are not expensive. In fact, local NAPA wanted $26.95 for an aftermarket and I got one from the dealer for $22.85
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