Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Inspection
INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -- Inspection |
1. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR |
Text in Illustration*1
| Resistance
| *2
| Temperature
|
*3
| Acceptable Range
| -
| -
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Partially immerse the sensor in water and warm up the water.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection
| Condition
| Specified Condition
|
1 - 2
| Approx. 20°C (68°F)
| 2.32 to 2.59 kΩ
|
1 - 2
| Approx. 80°C (176°F)
| 0.310 to 0.326 kΩ
|
If the result is not as specified, replace the engine coolant temperature sensor.
- NOTICE:
- When checking the sensor in water, keep the terminals dry. After the check, wipe the sensor dry.