Monitor Scan Tool Data

Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF"
Disconnect OTS connector
Connect scan tool and monitor the "OIL TEMP. SENSOR (V)" parameter on the scan tool data list.
Jump the terminals 1 and 2 of the sensor harness connector together.
Specification: Approx. 0V

Fig 1: Display - Oil Temperature Sensor Temperature (1 Of 2)
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Fig 2: Display - Oil Temperature Sensor Temperature (2 Of 2)
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Is OTS parameter near the specified value?
YES
- Possibility of sensor malfunction. Go to "COMPONENT INSPECTION " procedure.
NO
- Go to next step.
Jumper the terminal 2 of the OTS harness connector to chassis ground.
Observe the "OIL TEMP. SENSOR" parameter on the scan tool.
Specification: Approx. 0V

YES
- Possibility of open in OTS ground circuit. Go to "GROUND CIRCUIT INSPECTION " procedure.
NO
- Possibility of open or short to battery in OTS signal circuit. Go to "SIGNAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION " procedure.