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Coolant Temperature Sensor

  1. Coolant temperature sensor is located in thermostat housing. Check coolant temperature. Using ohmmeter, check resistance of temperature sensor. Resistance will vary depending on coolant temperature.
  2. Replace temperature sensor if resistance is not within specification. See TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS  table.
TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Sensor Temperature °F (°C) Specifications Ohms
50 (10) 3100-4100
68 (20) 2000-3000
86 (30) 1500-2000
104 (40) 1000-1500
122 (50) 750-950
140 (60) 540-650
158 (70) 380-480
176 (80) 290-360
194 (90) 205-280
212 (100) 160-220