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2015 Kia Sedona EX

Repair Procedures: Inspection

2015 Kia Sedona EXSECTION Inspection

[Resistance Inspection] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the OTS. (Refer to "REMOVAL ")
  3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the OTS terminals 1 and 2.
  4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
    Temperature Resistance (kΩ)
    °C °F
    -40 -40 52.15
    -20 -4 16.52
    0 32 6.0
    20 68 2.45
    40 104 1.11
    60 140 0.54
    80 176 0.29
    100 212 0.16
    120 248 0.10

[Voltage Inspection] 

  1. Connect the GDS to DLC.
  2. Turn the ignition ON or idle.
  3. Check the OTS temperatuere in the GDS service data.
  4. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
    Temperature Output Voltage (V) [Ref=5V]
    °C °F
    -40 -40 4.82
    -20 -4 4.38 ~ 4.53
    0 32 3.75
    20 68 2.60 ~ 2.91
    40 104 1.78
    60 140 1.06
    80 176 0.58 ~ 0.69
    100 212 0.37
    120 248 0.24
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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.