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Component Inspection

  1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
    3. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to " REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
    4. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure.
    RESISTANCE REFERENCE CHART

    Terminals Condition Resistance
    1 and 2 Temperature [°C (°F)] 20 (68) 2.37 - 2.63 Ω
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00 Ω
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260 Ω
    Fig 1: Checking Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
    G07140778Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: INSPECTION END

    NO: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to " REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".