Pinpoint Tests At: Engine Coolant Temperature And Engine Oil Temperature Correlation: Introduction

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Introduction
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WARNING: STRICT OBSERVANCE OF POSTED SPEED LIMITS AND ATTENTION TO DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE MANDATORY WHEN CARRYING OUT THE ROAD TEST. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
  • This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
  • low engine coolant level
  • cooling system flow restriction
  • engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor (12A648)
  • engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor (12A648)
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