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Oil Temperature Sensor: Inspection

Check that the oil temperature sensor has no deformation, cracks or other damages.

Measure the resistance between oil temperature sensor terminals.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Terminals

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RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

Terminal No.	Standard
1 and 2	2.45 ± 0.2 (when 20°C (68°F))