Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Temperature Sending Unit Test
Disconnect Yellow/Green wire from coolant temperature sending unit. Sending unit is threaded into cylinder head. With engine cold, measure resistance between sending unit terminal and ground. With engine warm (when radiator cooling fan operates), repeat resistance measurement. Resistance must be as specified in COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE table.
| Temperature °F (°C) | |
|---|---|
| 133 (56) | 137 |
| 185-212 (85-100) | 30-46 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.