Engine Speed Sensor Test

1987 Jeep Cherokee LimitedSECTION Engine Speed Sensor Test
  1. Disconnect the engine speed sensor connector from the ignition control module.
  2. place an ohmmeter between terminals "A" and "B" (marked on the connector). On a hot engine, the resistance reading should be between 125-275 ohms.
  3. Replace sensor if readings are not within specification.
Fig 1: View of Engine Speed Sensor Connectors (At Sensor)
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