8-282
CHASSIS ELECTRICAL
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Meters and
Gauges
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE SIMPLE INSPECTION
Remove the water temperature
gauge unit coupling connector.
Connect the harness connector
via a test light to the ground.
Place the ignition switch in the
ON position.
Check the test light and gauge conditions.
@ Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge does not swing.)
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Test light lights. (Pointer of gauge swings.)
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@ Test light does not light. (Pointer of gauge
does not swing.)
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cooo:
<DOHC>
, Engine coolant
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temperature gauge
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B
Replace water temperature gauge.
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Replace water temperature gauge
unit.
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Correct harness.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT INSPEC-
TION
To check, remove engine coolant temperature gauge unit from
the intake manifold of the SOHC engine or from the thermostat
housing of the DOHC engine.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Unit Resistance
(1)
Immerse unit in
70°C
(158°F) water to measure resistance.
Standard value: 104k13.5 R
(2) After checking, apply the specified sealant around the
thread of engine coolant temperature gauge unit and install
on the intake manifold of the SOHC engine or on the
thermostat housing of the DOHC engine.
Specified sealant: MOPAR Part No. 4318034 or equiva-
lent
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