FITMENT
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2011-2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 Super Duty 6.7L V8 Powerstroke Diesel engine.
- 2015-2016 Ford Transit-250 3.2L L5 Diesel
- 2015-2016 Ford Transit-350 3.2L L5 Diesel
Interchange Part Numbers:
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AC3Z5J213C, AC3Z12B591A, AC3Z-5J213-B
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Engineed specifically for first-generation 6.7L Powerstroke engines, the TruckTok AC3Z5J213C EGT Sensor delivers factory-calibrated thermal monitoring for early 6.7L diesel applications.
Ford redesigned the exhaust sensor network alongside the 6.7L platform, requiring precise voltage-to-temperature mapping unique to the 2011–
- 2016 ECU software—distinct from later 2017+ configurations. Covering Ford interchange numbers AC3Z5J213C and AC3Z12B591A, this direct OEM replacement features an exact-fit connector to eliminate false temperature readings, prevent premature regen failure, and keep your truck out of limp mode with a seamless plug-and-play install.
Key Features
- Advanced sensing element reaches operating temperatures in seconds on cold starts. Provides immediate EGT feedback for the PCM's closed-loop emissions strategy and catalyst warm-up monitoring.
- Direct-fit clip-lock connector mates seamlessly with the factory harness, providing a watertight seal that prevents moisture ingress, pin corrosion, and signal dropouts.
- Built with high-grade stainless steel engineered to resist aggressive acidic exhaust condensate—especially critical for high-idle Transit van applications and harsh winter salt exposure.
- Precision-engineered probe length and lead wire routing designed to fit both F-Series Super Duty trucks and Transit vans cleanly, eliminating harness tension and avoiding contact with hot exhaust surfaces.
FAQ
Q: Can I keep driving my truck if an EGT sensor fails on the 6.7L Powerstroke?
A: It is not recommended. When an EGT sensor fails, the ECU loses critical temperature feedback required for DPF regeneration and overheat protection. Driving with a dead sensor can cause active regens to halt—leading to rapid DPF soot clogging—and will eventually force the truck into Limp Mode (reduced engine power) to protect the powertrain. Replacing the sensor promptly prevents severe filter blockage and roadside stranded situations.
Q: My truck is a 2011 Job 1 build — does this sensor match the early production connector?
A: Yes. AC3Z5J213C was the original factory part number introduced with Job 1 production and remained unchanged through 2016. AC3Z12B591A is Ford’s official supersession for the same sensor. If your truck was built in 2011, this is the exact connector configuration it came with from the factory.
Q: Can a bad EGT sensor on the 6.7L cause the “Exhaust Filter Overloaded” message?
A: Yes. The PCM relies on real-time EGT data to initiate and monitor DPF regeneration. If the sensor fails, the ECU cannot verify temperature conditions and will halt active regens, causing rapid soot buildup and triggering the filter overload message. Replacing a faulty sensor early prevents full DPF clogging and costly forced regens.
Q: Does this sensor affect DEF dosing on the 2013–2016 trucks?
A: Indirectly, yes. The SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system uses exhaust temperature data to optimize DEF injection for NOx reduction. Inaccurate EGT readings can cause improper DEF dosing, leading to reduced catalyst efficiency and secondary SCR/DEF fault codes. Replacing the failed EGT sensor often clears these associated codes.vvvvv
Q: Need a different EGT position for your 6.7L Powerstroke?
A: Your 6.7L has multiple EGT sensors. We also carry another 6.7L sensor position or the newer 6.7L position, we carry the full 6.7L EGT lineup.
