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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2010MAGENTIS (CANADA) V6-2.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR (ECTS)
2010 Kia Magentis (CANADA) V6-2.7L
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS)
2010 Kia Magentis (CANADA) V6-2.7LSECTION Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS)
Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the ECTS connector.
3. Remove the ECTS.
4. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the ECTS terminals 1 and 3.
5. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
Specification:Refer to "Specification"
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.