Component Function Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect EOT sensor harness connector.
Remove EOT sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Check resistance between EOT sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure.

TERMINAL RESISTANCE

Terminals	Condition		Resistance (kΩ)
1 and 2	Temperature [°C (°F)]	20 (68)	2.10 - 2.90
		50 (122)	0.68 - 1.00
		90 (194)	0.236 - 0.260

Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Terminals With Heating

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: Go to 2.

NO: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Check intermittent incident. Refer to "INTERMITTENT INCIDENT ".

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".