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Repair Procedure: Inspection

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the OTS connector.
  3. Remove the OTS.
  4. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the OTS terminals 1 and 2.
    Fig 1: OTS Connector Terminals
    G11862232Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
    Temperature [°C (°F)] Resistance (kΩ)
    -40 (-40) 52.15
    -20 (-4) 16.25
    0 (32) 6.0
    20 (68) 2.45
    40 (104) 1.11
    60 (140) 0.54
    80 (176) 0.29