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Professional Series Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
AC Delco®
Professional Series Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: ACD1858D
Guaranteed to Fit
$17.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy All Submodels All Engines
Product Details
Notes : 1 terminal; Located in thermostat housingWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Professional SeriesInterchange Part Number : REPB318301Replaces OE Number : 19022017Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Standard OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Standard®
Standard OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: SITX85
Guaranteed to Fit
$18.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy All Submodels All Engines
Product Details
Warranty : 3-year or 36,000-mile Standard limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Standard OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Standard OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Standard®
Standard OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: SITX84
Guaranteed to Fit
$23.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy All Submodels All Engines
Product Details
Quantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Standard OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Beck Arnley®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: BEC1580789
Guaranteed to Fit
$27.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L
Product Details
Warranty : 1 year or 12,000-mile Beck Arnley limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Facet®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: FAC73080
Guaranteed to Fit
$8.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L
Product Details
Warranty : Facet limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Interchange Part Number : 8342016020, 94247437, 3485082012, 3485014F00, 3485082011000, 3395475, 8942474371, 94847362, 9465032500, 3485082011, 8342016030, 4671065, 1338507, F32Z10884A, 8342087703000, JE151851X, KK3701851X, 9465032520, 96067371, KL011851X, 3485082012000, 9465032510, 21203AA030, B5411851X, MD091056, KK37018510, 3485014F00000, ME202052, Y70118510Replaces OE Number : 8342016020, 94247437, 3485082012, 3485014F00, 3485082011000, 3395475, 8942474371, 94847362, 9465032500, 3485082011, 8342016030, 4671065, 1338507, F32Z10884A, 8342087703000, JE151851X, KK3701851X, 9465032520, 96067371, KL011851X, 3485082012000, 9465032510, 21203AA030, B5411851X, MD091056, KK37018510, 3485014F00000, ME202052, Y70118510
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Vemo®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: Z8YV37720002
Guaranteed to Fit
$10.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L Aftermarket Grade; Thread Size: M18 X 1, 5; Plug (Connector): 1 Pin
Product Details
Warranty : 24-month or 24,000-mile Vemo limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : European Vehicle PartsInterchange Part Number : 4671065, 83420-87703, 83420-87703-000, 3395475, F32Z10884A, F4BZ10884A, 8942474371, 8942474370, 8-94247-437-1, B541-18-51X, JE15-18-51X, KL01-18-51X, Y701-18-510, 465032520, 9465032510, 9465032520, M04671065, MD091056, ME202052, MO4671065, 1338507, 91175979, 94247437, 94847362, 96067371, 21203-AA030, 34850-14F00, 34850-14F00-000, 34850-78E10, 34850-78E10-000, 34850-82011, 34850-82011-000, 34850-82012, 34850-82012-000, 34850-85C10-000, 83420-16020, 83420-16030, 89424-74370, 19022000, 88924783Replaces OE Number : 4671065, 83420-87703, 83420-87703-000, 3395475, F32Z10884A, F4BZ10884A, 8942474371, 8942474370, 8-94247-437-1, B541-18-51X, JE15-18-51X, KL01-18-51X, Y701-18-510, 465032520, 9465032510, 9465032520, M04671065, MD091056, ME202052, MO4671065, 1338507, 91175979, 94247437, 94847362, 96067371, 21203-AA030, 34850-14F00, 34850-14F00-000, 34850-78E10, 34850-78E10-000, 34850-82011, 34850-82011-000, 34850-82012, 34850-82012-000, 34850-85C10-000, 83420-16020, 83420-16030, 89424-74370, 19022000, 88924783
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Walker Products®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: WKP2111116
Guaranteed to Fit
$13.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L MFI, Naturally Aspirated, GAS
Product Details
Notes : NewWarranty : 90-day Walker Products limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Facet®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: FAC73213
Guaranteed to Fit
$17.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L All Engines
Product Details
Warranty : Facet limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Interchange Part Number : 22630AA041, 22630AA040Replaces OE Number : 22630AA041, 22630AA040
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Delphi®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: DELTS10572
Guaranteed to Fit
$21.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L
Product Details
Warranty : 1-year or 12,000-mile Delphi limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Kit
Motorad®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Kit
Part Number: MRD1TS1056
Guaranteed to Fit
$19.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminals
Product Details
Notes : Oval Connector Shape; Female Connector Gender; 2 Terminal Quantity; Blade Terminal Type; Does not include Wiring HarnessWarranty : 12-month Motorad limited warrantyQuantity Sold : KitProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
4-Seasons OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
4-Seasons®
4-Seasons OE Replacement Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: FS36453
Guaranteed to Fit
$19.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary All Engines
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback All Engines
Product Details
Warranty : 120-day 4-Seasons limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : 4-Seasons OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
GPD®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: GPD1712003
Guaranteed to Fit
$10.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L With 2 Terminal; M12 X 1.5 Thread
Product Details
Warranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Kit
Motorad®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Kit
Part Number: MRD1TS1016
Guaranteed to Fit
$14.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback Limited 4 Cyl 2.5L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy GT 4 Cyl 2.5L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy SUS 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Outback 4 Cyl 2.5L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Limited 30th Anniversary 4 Cyl 2.5L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy L 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy Brighton 4 Cyl 2.2L With 3 Terminals
Product Details
Notes : Triangular Connector Shape; Female Connector Gender; 3 Terminal Quantity; Pin Terminal Type; Does not include Wiring HarnessWarranty : 12-month Motorad limited warrantyQuantity Sold : KitProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Professional Series Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
AC Delco®
Professional Series Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: AC19322820
Guaranteed to Fit
$26.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1999 Subaru Legacy All Submodels All Engines
Product Details
Warranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Condition : NewSeries : Professional SeriesRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Holley®
Coolant Temperature Sensor, Sold individually
Part Number: H195342
Universal Fit
$36.24
Product Details
Notes : Coolant temperature sensor TBI 4 bbl analog Pro-Jection systems digital 2 bbl Pro-Jection P/N 502-20Warranty : 90-day Holley limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Product Fit : Universal
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