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Coolant Temp Sensor Resistance Specifications

COOLANT TEMP SENSOR RESISTANCE (ALL EXC. 9000 TURBO) (1)

Temperature - °F (°C) Ohms
32 ( 0) 5800
50 (10) 3800
59 (15) 3000
68 (20) 2600
77 (25) 2000
86 (30) 1700
176 (80) 320
(1) Measure resistance between sensor terminals.
COOLANT TEMP SENSOR RESISTANCE (9000 TURBO) (1)

Temperature - °F (°C) Ohms
-22 (-30) 20,000-30,000
14 (-10) 8300-10,600
68 (20) 2300-2700
104 (40) 1000-1300
140 (60) 560-670
176 (80) 300-360
(1) Measure resistance between sensor terminals.
WARNING: To prevent engine from starting when checking Hall Effect sensor, disable ignition by disconnecting coil primary wires on 900 Series, or by unplugging connector to ignition cartridge or Ignition Discharge Module (IDM) on 9000 Series. DO NOT  rotate engine more than necessary to check Hall Effect sensor.