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Oil Temperature Switch (INTEGRA With A/C & Legend)

  1. Remove oil temperature switch. Switch is located on cylinder head at rear of engine, on passenger side. Suspend switch and a thermometer in a container of coolant.
  2. Heat coolant while monitoring temperature. Check for continuity between switch terminals at specified temperatures. See OIL TEMPERATURE SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS table. If switch does not operate as specified, replace it. If switch operates as specified, check relay, other components, and all related wiring. See TIMER UNIT & FAN CONTROL UNIT.
OIL TEMPERATURE SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS

Application & Temperature Range Specification
Integra
At 208-228°F (98-109°C) No Continuity
At 221-232°F (105-111°C) Continuity
Legend
At 156-185°F (69-85°C) No Continuity
At 192-203°F (89-95°C) Continuity