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Engine Oil Temperature Sensor

  1. Check resistance between engine oil temperature sensor terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Terminals 1 And 2
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    Engine coolant temperature [°C (°F)] Resistance (kΩ)
    20 (68) 2.37 - 2.63
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
  2. If NG, replace engine oil temperature sensor. Refer to CYLINDER BLOCK .
Fig 2: Temperature And Resistance Characteristics Graph
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