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[Resistance Inspection]

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the OTS. (Refer to "Removal ")
  3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the OTS terminals 1 and 2.
    Fig 1: OTS Connector Terminals
    G12181527Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
Temperature Resistance (kΩ)
°C °F
-40 -40 52.15
-20 -4 16.52
0 32 6.0
20 68 2.45
40 104 1.11
60 140 0.54
80 176 0.29
100 212 0.16
120 248 0.10