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Engine Control System/Fuel System

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) Repair Procedures

In this manual: Engine Control System/Fuel System
General Information — 15Engine Mechanical System — 95Engine Electrical System — 54Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 115Automatic Transmission — 91Drive Shaft and Axle — 13Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 46Brake System — 43Body (Interior and Exterior) — 51Body Electrical System — 245Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56
10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
02040608010039.229N·mlb·ft
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Inspection

  1. Turn the ignition off.
  2. Disconnect the ECTS connector.
  3. Remove the ECTS (Refer to Removal).
  4. After submerging the sensor thermistor in the engine coolant, measure the resistance between terminals 3 and 4 of the ECTS.
  5. Make sure the resistance is within specification.

    Specification: Refer to "Specifications"

Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
  3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the spring clip (B) and pull the sensor out of the water temperature control unit.
    • Be aware that engine coolant may leak from the water temperature control unit when the sensor is removed.
  5. Refill the engine coolant. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Coolant")

Installation
  • Install the component with the specified torque.
  • Note that internal damage may occur if the component is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect it before installation.
  • Apply engine coolant to the O-ring.
  • Insert the sensor into the mounting hole, being careful not to damage it during installation.
  1. Install in the reverse order of removal. Engine coolant temperature sensor installation: 29.4 ~ 39 N·m

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