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Component Inspection

  1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect ECT sensor harness connector.
    3. Remove ECT sensor.
    4. Check resistance between ECT sensor terminals by heating with hot water as shown in the figure.
    G16052355Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    ECT sensor Condition Resistance (kΩ)
    Terminal
    1 2 Temperature [°C (°F)] 20 (68) 2.37 - 2.63
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES >>

    INSPECTION END

    NO >>

    Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to EXPLODED VIEW .

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