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Component Inspection

  1. IG KEY: OFF, Engine: OFF
  2. Disconnect ECT sensor connector (B-09).
  3. Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 3 of the ECT sensor harness connector B-09.
    1. Specification:
      ECT SENSOR SPECIFICATION REFERENCE CHART

      Temperature (°C (°F)) -30 (-22°F) -20 (-4°F) 0 (32°F) 20 (68°F) 40 (104°F) 60 (140°F) 80 (176°F) 100 (212°F) 110 (230°F)
      Resistance (kΩ) 26.74 15.48 5.79 2.45 1.148 0.587 0.322 0.188 0.147
      Voltage (V) 4.39 4.17 3.48 2.56 1.68 1.04 0.63 0.39 0.31

      (error range is 2~3%.)

  4. Is ECT sensor within specifications?

    YES

    1. ECT sensor is OK.
    2. Possibility of PCM malfunction.
    3. Test with a new PCM and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected replace PCM and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO

    1. Test with a new ECT sensor and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected, replace it.
    2. Go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.