Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Inspection

2009 Toyota Sienna XLE, FWDSECTION Inspection
  1. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR 
    1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminals.

      Standard resistance 

      RESISTANCE SPECIFIED CONDITIONS

      Condition Specified Condition
      20°C (68°F) 2.32 to 2.59 kΩ
      80°C (176°F) 0.310 to 0.326 kΩ
      Fig 1: Temperature And Resistance Graph
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      • If the result is as specified, do not replace the engine coolant temperature sensor.
      • If the result is not as specified, replace the engine coolant temperature sensor.
      NOTE: In case of checking the engine coolant temperature sensor in water, do not allow water to go into the terminals. After checking, dry the engine coolant temperature sensor.
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