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Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION

1. REMOVE V-BANK COVER
2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET AND INTAKE AIR CONNECTOR
3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
4. DISCONNECT THROTTLE BODY




5. REMOVE ECT SENSOR
a. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
b. Remove the ECT sensor and gasket.




6. INSPECT ECT SENSOR
Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminals.

Resistance: Refer to the chart graph

If the resistance is not as specified, replace the sensor.

7. REINSTALL ECT SENSOR
a. Install a new gasket and the ECT sensor.

Torque: 20 Nm (200 kgf.cm, 14 ft.lbf)

b. Connect the ECT sensor connector.

8. RECONNECT THROTTLE BODY
9. REFILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT
10. REINSTALL INTAKE AIR CONNECTOR AND AIR CLEANER INLET
11. REINSTALL V-BANK COVER