Component Inspection

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CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
Remove engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".

Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure below.

Terminals	Condition		Resistance (kΩ)
1 and 2	Temperature [°C (°F)]	20 (68)	2.37 - 2.63
		50 (122)	0.68 - 1.00
		90 (194)	0.236 - 0.260

Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between ECT Sensor Terminals By Heating With Hot Water

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Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".