Component Description

The fuel tank temperature sensor is used to detect the fuel temperature inside the fuel tank. The sensor modifies a voltage signal from the ECM. The modified signal returns to the ECM as the fuel temperature input. The sensor uses a thermistor which is sensitive to the change in temperature. The electrical resistance of the thermistor decreases as temperature increases.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Level Sensor Unit Harness Connector

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Fig 2: Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor Voltage And Resistance Chart

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CAUTION: Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in damage to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor Resistance Graph

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