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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 "EXPLODED VIEW ".
    4. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals as per the following.
    Terminals Condition Resistance (kΩ)
    1 and 2 Temperature [°C (°F)] 20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
    Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between ECT Sensor Terminals
    G08479175Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: INSPECTION END

    NO: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".