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Heat Hazard Sensor

  1. Turn ignition on; "Overheat Exh. System" warning light should glow. Start engine and warning light should go out. Remove passenger seat, fold back carpeting and disconnect heat hazard sensor connector.
  2. Warning light should glow when jumper wire is connected to both terminals of the connector. If warning light does not respond as outlined, remove and test sensor. Wrap sensor and a thermometer in aluminum foil (electrical connector must be exposed for access).
  3. Place sensor and thermometer (wrapped in aluminum foil) in container filled with oil. Place a second thermometer in container of oil. See Fig 1 .
  4. Connect a battery and test lamp to sensor connector. Test lamp should glow. Gradually heat oil. Test lamp should go OFF when temperature inside aluminum foil is 248-284°F (120-140°C). If sensor does not respond as outlined, replace heat hazard sensor.
NOTE: DO NOT  heat oil above 302°F (150°C).
Fig 1: Testing Heat Hazard Sensor
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