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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedures.

  1. 3

    This step tests for excessive resistance in the ECT sensor circuit.
  2. 4

    This step tests for excessive resistance in the IAT sensor circuit.
  3. 5

    This step tests for a skewed sensor through the range of temperatures that is affecting this DTC.