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Component Inspection

  1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect ECT sensor harness connector.
    3. Remove ECT sensor. Refer to "COMPONENT PARTS LOCATION ".
    4. Check resistance between ECT sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure.
    Terminals Condition Resistance (kΩ)
    1 and 2 Temperature [°C (°F)] 20 (68) 2.35 - 2.73
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
    Fig 1: Checking Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
    G08260184Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: INSPECTION END

    NO: Replace ECT sensor. Refer to "COMPONENT PARTS LOCATION ".