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Components Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Kia Seltos. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.

    (Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - "REMOVAL ")

  3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between ECTS signal terminal and ground terminal.
  4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
    Temperature Resistance (KΩ)
    °C °F
    -40 -40 48.14
    -20 -4 14.13 - 16.83
    0 32 5.79
    20 68 2.31 - 2.59
    40 104 1.15
    60 140 0.59
    80 176 0.32