Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor

Sensor is located in intake manifold cooling passage at front of most engines. On 2.3L, sensor is mounted on left side of engine above oil filter. Sensor requires a 5-volt reference signal during engine operation. With sensor disconnected, sensor may be checked by measuring resistance between sensor terminals. For specifications, see SENSOR RANGE CHARTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section. For additional testing information and circuit testing of sensor, see CIRCUIT TEST DA in TESTS W/CODES EEC-IV article.