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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

  1. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Checking Sensor Resistance While Monitoring Temperature
    G04074710Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

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    TERMINAL VOLTAGE & RESISTANCE CHART

    Engine coolant temperature °C (°F) Voltage(1) V Resistance kΩ
    20 (68) 3.5 2.1 - 2.9
    50 (122) 2.2 0.68 - 1.00
    90 (194) 0.9 0.236 - 0.260
    (1) These data are reference values and are measured between ECM terminal 73 (Engine coolant temperature sensor) and ground.
  2. If NG, replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
    Fig 2: Sensor Resistance VS Temperature Graph
    G04080535Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.