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Component Inspection (Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor)

  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.
    4. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure below.
      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
      G08855369Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

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

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