[WiMiMc]

well it could be it. when taking the bolts out to change the header gasket the wrench hit the female connector and broke it off. the 2 pieces form the sensor are still there, the female part will just slide over the sensor, not locking. could be the cause of everything?

and to change the female part it looks like i'll have to cut and solder. i just want to be sure before i hack anything up