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Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

  1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminal 2 and ground.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminal 2 And Ground
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  2. If the resistance value is not as shown in the table, replace the temperature sender.

High model 

Temperature [°F (°C)] 140 (60) 185 (85) 230 (110) 257 (125)
Resistance (Ω) 142 62 26 17.5

Low model 

Temperature [°F(°C)] Resistance (Ω) Tolerance Lamp
131 (55) 160 ± 3°C Low temperature lamp (ON)
140 (60) 133 ± 3°C Low temperature lamp (OFF)
248 (120) 19 ± 3°C High temperature lamp (OFF)
257 (125) 17.5 ± 3°C High temperature lamp (ON)