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Diagnostic Test

  1. CHECK ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR

    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect engine oil temperature sensor harness connector.
    3. Remove engine oil temperature sensor. Refer to EXPLODED VIEW WITH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
    4. Check resistance between engine oil temperature sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the illustration.
      G00498926Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
      Terminals Condition Resistance (kΩ)
      1 and 2 Temperature [°C (°F)] 20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
      50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
      90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES 

    INSPECTION END

    NO 

    Replace engine oil temperature sensor. Refer to EXPLODED VIEW WITH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .