1. Engine coolant temperature switch
2. Engine coolant temperature sender gauge
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER
AND SENDER GAUGE
SENDER GAUGE
REMOVAL
WARNING:
D Make sure that engine coolant temperature is cold be-
fore removing any part of cooling system.
D Also be sure to disconnect negative cable from battery
terminal before removing any part.
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Drain coolant.
3) Remove engine coolant temperature sender gauge.
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure for installation noting the following.
Apply sealant to the thread of ECT sender gauge.
(A): Sealant 99000-31150
Tightening Torque
(a): 15 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11.3 Ib-ft)
INSPECTION
Warm up sender gauge. Thus make sure its resistance is de-
creased with increase of its temperature.
1. Engine coolant
temperature
sender gauge
Temperature
505C (1225F)
1205C (2485F)
BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8-7
Resistance
770 – 871 W
78 – 83 W