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Air Temperature Sensor

  1. Ensure ignition is off. Disconnect electrical connector from air temperature sensor. Air temperature sensor is located in air intake, near air filter.
  2. Remove air temperature sensor. Place threaded end of air temperature sensor and thermometer in container of water. Attach ohmmeter between air temperature sensor electrical terminals.
  3. Heat water and note that resistance is within specification in relation to temperature. See Fig 1. Replace air temperature sensor if defective.
Fig 1: Testing Air Temperature Sensor
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NOTE: Coolant temperature sensor may also be referred to as Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor.