2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

EGR Temperature Sensor

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The EGR temperature sensor detects temperature changes in the EGR passageway. When the EGR volume control valve opens, hot exhaust gases flow, and the temperature in the passageway changes. The EGR temperature sensor is a thermistor that modifies a voltage signal sent from the ECM. This modified signal then returns to the ECM as an input signal. As the temperature increases, EGR temperature sensor resistance decreases.

This sensor is not directly used to control the engine system. It is used only for the on board diagnosis.

Fig 1: Identifying EGR Temperature Sensor
G02474489Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

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VOLTAGE AND RESISTANCE CONDITION TABLE

EGR temperature Β°C (Β°F) Voltage(1) V Resistance MΞ©
0(32) 4.59 0.73 - 0.88
50(122) 2.32 0.074 - 0.082
100(212) 0.62 0.011 - 0.014
(1) These data are reference values and are measured between ECM terminal 54 (EGR temperature sensor) and ground.
CAUTION: Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may damage the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.

When EGR system is operating.

Voltage: 0 - 1.5V

Fig 2: Resistance/Temperature Graph
G02474490Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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