Coolant Temperature Sensor: Notes

1988 Volvo 760 GLE, 4D Wagon, AW71SECTION Notes

Connect ohmmeter between ground and terminal 2. Resistance is temperature dependent.

COOLANT TEMP. SENSOR TEMPERATURE (1)

Temp. °C (°F) Ohms
-10 (14) 8,260-10,560
+20 (68) 2,280-2,720
+80 (176) 290-364
(1) Ground wire is connected to intake manifold.
RENDER: 1.0x

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