EGR Temperature Sensor

The EGR temperature sensor detects temperature changes in the EGR passageway. When the EGR volume control valve opens, hot exhaust gases flow, and the temperature in the passageway changes. The EGR temperature sensor is a thermistor that modifies a voltage signal sent from the ECM. This modified signal then returns to the ECM as an input signal. As the temperature increases, EGR temperature sensor resistance decreases.

This sensor is not directly used to control the engine system. It is used only for the on board diagnosis.

Fig 1: EGR Temperature Sensor

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Reference data 

Fig 2: EGR Temperature Sensor Reference Data

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When EGR system is operating. Voltage: 0 - 1.5V

Fig 3: Temperature/Resistance Graph

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