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Monitor SCANTOOL Data

  1. Engine "ON"
  2. Monitor Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor parameter on Current data.
  3. After the engine has been starting, Check that ECT rises steadly to about 90°C(194°F) and ECT stabilizes when the thermostat opens.

    Specification: ECT rises steadly to about 90°C(194°F) and ECT stabilizes when the thermostat opens.

    MONITOR SCANTOOL DATA

    Temperature (°C/°F) -40 (-40° F) -30 (-22 °F) -20 (-4 °F) 0 (32 °F) 20 (68°F) 80 (176°F) 100 (212 °F) 110 (230 °F) 120 (248 °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 2.46 1.68 1.04 0.63 0.39 0.31
    Fig 1: Monitor Scantool Data
    G03876484Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is the measured ECTS parameter displayed within specfications?

    Yes 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor' s and/or PCM' s connector or was repaired and PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO 

    • Go to "W/Harness Inspection" procedure.