Sensor Types - Detroit Diesel Series 60 DDEC VI Troubleshooting Manual

2.7 SENSORS
DDEC is designed to operate with several types of sensors as listed in Table 2-30.
Sensor Type
Variable Reluctance/Magnetic Pick-up
Thermistor
Variable Capacitance
Variable Resistance (Potentiometer)
Switch
Table 2-30

Sensor Types

The sensors integrated into the Engine Harness are factory-installed (refer to section 2.7.1). The
sensors integrated into the Vehicle Interface Harness are installed by the OEM (refer to section
2.7.2).
All information subject to change without notice.
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Description
Used to monitor the crankshaft position, engine speed, turbo
speed, and vehicle speed.
Used to monitor temperatures.
Used to monitor manifold, and oil gallery pressures.
Used to sense throttle position.
Used to signal coolant level.
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