Yamaha 2006 RX10GTAXW Service Manual page 1242

SIGNAL SYSTEM
WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Disconnect the water temperature sensor
coupler 1 and remove the water tempera-
ture sensor.
CAUTION:
Handle the water temperature sensor with
special care. Never subject it to shock or al-
low it to be dropped. If it is dropped, it must
be replaced.
2. Connect:
S Pocket tester 1
(to the water temperature sensor)
NOTE:
Set the tester selector to the "Ω
3. Immerse the water temperature sensor 2 in
coolant 3 and check the water temperature
sensor operation.
Water temperature sensor
resistance:
5.2 X 6.4 kΩ at 0_C (34_F)
0.300 X 0.364 kΩ at 80_C
(176_F)
0.170 X 0.208 kΩ at 100_C
(212_F)
4 Temperature gauge
CAUTION:
Never heat the coolant to a temperature of
120_C (248.5_F) or more.
4. If the water temperature sensor operation is
defective, replace it.
5. Install the water temperature sensor and
connect the water temperature sensor lead.
Water temperature sensor:
23 Nm (2.3 mSkg, 17 ftSlb)
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the water temperature
sensor.
8-34
ELEC
1" position.