Component Inspection

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSPECTION

1. Drain engine coolant.
2. Remove ECT sensor.





(a) Disconnect the engine wire protector from the 3 brackets.
(b) Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.





(c) Using a 19 mm deep socket wrench, remove the ECT sensor and gasket.

3. Inspect ECT sensor.





Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminals.





Resistance: Refer to the chart graph.

If the resistance is not as specified, replace the ECT sensor.
4. Reinstall ECT sensor.
(a) Using a 19 mm deep socket wrench, install the ECT sensor and gasket.

Torque: 25 N.m (250 kgf.cm, 18 ft.lbf)

(b) Connect the ECT sensor connector.
(c) Install the engine wire protector to the 3 brackets.
5. Refill engine coolant.