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Repair Procedure: Inspection

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the ECTS connector.
  3. Remove the ECTS (Refer to the appropriate service information. Removal  below.
  4. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the ECTS terminals 3 and 4.
    Fig 1: Measure Resistance Between ECTS Terminals 3 And 4
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  5. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
Temperature Resistance (kΩ)
°C °F
-40 -40 48.14
-20 -4 14.13 ~ 16.83
0 32 5.79
20 68 2.31 ~ 2.59
40 104 1.15
60 140 0.59
80 176 0.32