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Coolant Temperature Sensor

  1. Remove coolant temperature sensor from intake manifold. Place end of sensor in water. Do not allow sensor to touch container. Terminal connector portion of sensor should be .12" (3.0 mm) above water.
  2. Gradually heat water and read resistance values across terminal connectors. See COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE table. If not within specifications, replace sensor.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE

Temperature °F (°C) Ohms
32 (0) 5900
68 (20) 2500
104 (40) 2700
176 (80) 300