IGNITION
90-857046R1 NOVEMBER 2001 Page 2A-21
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
1. Place the engine coolant temperature sensor in a container filled with water.
2. Place a thermometer in the water and slowly heat the water.
3. Measure the resistance when the specified temperature is reached. If the reading is out
of specification, replace the sensor.
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Resistance (k)
Test Water Temperature(
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Temperature Sensor