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Sending Units (Resistance Check)

Most models have a combination temperature sending unit (a resistance sender and temperature switch). The smaller terminal is the resistance sender. Sending unit temperature values are stamped in the sender body.

Connect test resistor between sending unit wire and ground. Turn ignition on. Check gauge readings and compare to specifications in table. Remove sending unit and check resistance at position or temperature specified. If resistance is not to specifications, replace the sending unit.

TESTING COOLANT TEMP SENSOR RESISTANCE

Part Number Temperature °F (°C) Resistance K-Ohms (X)
0 280 130 023 68 (20) 2.1-2.9
176 (80) .27-.4
0 280 130 026 68 (20) 2.2-2.7
176 (80) .3-.36
TESTING COOLANT GAUGE RESISTANCE

Model & Temperature °F (°C) Resistance Ohms (X)
325 Series
105 (40) 287
140 (60) 132
151 (66) 112
158 (70) 96
176 (80) 68
198 (92) 49
216 (102) 36
249 (115) 25
262 (128) 18
5, 6, & 7 Series
105 (40) 287
142 (61) 127
249 (115) 25
262 (128) 18
TESTING FUEL GAUGE RESISTANCE

Gauge Reading Resistance Ohms (X) Needle Position (° From Horizontal)
325 Series
R 71.7
1/4 55.2 11°
1/2 30.1 42°
3/4 12.7 69°
F 3.2 82°
5, 6, & 7 Series
R 71.7
1/4 59.2 19°
1/2 25.7 56°
3/4 13.0 70.5°
F 3.2 82.5°