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MEK500130 - Temperature Sensor

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Water Temperature Sensor for the EFi V8 petrol engine, threaded into the coolant circuit to measure engine coolant temperature.

It feeds the coolant temperature signal to the engine control unit (ECU), which uses it for cold-start fuel enrichment and idle mixture control.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Fitment Notes DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — V8 EFI Petrol. From VIN 3A818215.
Alternative Codes
MEK500130

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MEK500130 temperature sensor used for?
The MEK500130 is the water temperature sensor for the EFi V8 petrol engine, threaded into the coolant circuit. It measures engine coolant temperature and feeds the signal to the ECU for cold-start fuel enrichment and idle mixture control. It's fitted to the Discovery 2 V8 EFI petrol.
Which Discovery 2 models does this water temperature sensor fit?
This water temperature sensor fits the Discovery 2 (1998-2004) with the V8 EFI petrol engine, from VIN 3A818215. Check your VIN against this breakpoint before ordering, as earlier builds may use a different sensor. It's specific to the V8 petrol coolant circuit.
What are the symptoms of a faulty water temperature sensor?
A faulty water temperature sensor typically causes hard cold starts, poor idle, and rich or lean running on the Discovery 2 V8 petrol, because the ECU loses an accurate coolant reading for cold-start enrichment. The ECU may log a coolant sensor fault. Replacing it usually restores correct cold-start and idle behaviour.