Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Description and Operation

2001 Toyota Landcruiser V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Description and Operation
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR

A thermistor built into the engine coolant temperature sensor changes the resistance value according to the engine coolant temperature.
The [1][2]intake air temperature sensor is built into the mass air flow meter and senses the intake air temperature. A thermistor built in the sensor changes the resistance value according to the intake air temperature.





The lower the intake air temperature, the greater the thermistor resistance value, and the higher the intake air temperature, the lower the thermistor resistance value.

The [1][2]intake air temperature sensor is connected to the ECM. The 5 V power source voltage in the ECM is applied to the intake air temperature sensor from terminal THA via resistor R. That is, resistor R and the intake air temperature sensor are connected in series. When the resistance value of the intake air temperature sensor changes in accordance with changes in the intake air temperature, the potential at terminal THA also changes. Based on this signal, the ECM increases the fuel injection volume to improve driveability during cold engine operation.
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