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Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection







Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Inspection

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal and Installation

Immerse temperature sensing part of ECT sensor in water (or ice) and measure resistance between sensor terminals while heating water gradually.

If measured resistance doesn't show such characteristic as shown, replace ECT sensor.