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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

  1. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Terminals 1 & 2
    G02409980Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Reference data 

    VOLTAGE RESISTANCE REFERENCE

    Temperature °C (°F) Resistance kΩ
    20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
    50 (122) 0.68 - 1.0
    90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
  2. If NG, replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
    Fig 2: Resistance/Temperature Acceptable Range Graph
    G02409981Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.