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Component Inspection

  1. CHECK ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect EOT sensor harness connector.
    3. Remove EOT sensor. Refer to Exploded View .
    4. Check the resistance between EOT sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure, below.
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      EOT sensor

      Condition

      Resistance

      Terminal

      1

      2

      Temperature [ deg. C (deg. F)]

      20 (68)

      2.37 - 2.63 kOhms

      50 (122)

      0.68 - 1.00 kOhms

      90 (194)

      0.236 - 0.260 kOhms

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES

    INSPECTION END

    NO

    Replace EOT sensor. Refer to Exploded View .