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Check OTS Performance

  1. Ignition "OFF".
  2. Disconnect OTS connector.
  3. Measure resistance between Pin No. 1 (signal) terminal and Pin No. 2 (ground) terminal of the OTS. (Component Side)

    Specification:  Refer to specification

    Temperature (°C/°F) Resistance (kΩ)
    -40°C (-40°F) 52.15kΩ
    -20°C (-4°F) 16.52kΩ
    0°C (32°F) 6.0kΩ
    20°C (68°F) 2.45kΩ
    40°C (104°F) 1.11kΩ
    60°C (140°F) 0.54kΩ
    80°C (176°F) 0.29kΩ
  4. Is the measured value within specification?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
    • If no problems were found with the circuits or connectors, replace the EOTS and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.