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Testing Coolant Temperature Sensor

  1. Unplug coolant temperature sensor. Test resistance from sensor terminal to ground (idle speed okay with connection to ground or too high with interruption). For nominal value see Fig 1 . If not okay, replace coolant temperature sensor. If okay, go to step 2).
    Fig 1: Coolant Temperature Sensor Resistance
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  2. Check wire (Green/Red) between terminal No. 21 of CIS-E control unit plug to plug of coolant temperature sensor for continuity. Resistance should be about zero ohms. If not okay, repair interruption. If okay, test is complete.