Help -2006 cylinder head temperture sensor issue

[Jon86]

I think the CHTS just failed causing the temp gauge to stop working, the AC to stop working, and a 'Engine Temp Data Error' in message screen along with check engine warning light. The CHTS is located under the upper maifold and I dont have time to fix it before a 300 mile drive tomorrow. Question: do I risk damaging the engine by driving it with CHTS not working? I'm just not sure what other systms are impacted by this sensor. Thanks if you can help.

 

[Jon86]

I think the CHTS just failed causing the temp gauge to stop working, the AC to stop working, and a 'Engine Temp Data Error' in message screen along with check engine warning light. The CHTS is located under the upper maifold and I dont have time to fix it before a 300 mile drive tomorrow. Question: do I risk damaging the engine by driving it with CHTS not working? I'm just not sure what other systms are impacted by this sensor. Thanks if you can help.

 

[flyin]

It isn't that hard. you just remove the alternator and serpbelt for access and you can reach it. I don't forsee any damage from driving it. The computer is pretty good at failure management.