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Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Description and Operation




Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensors 1 and 2
ECT sensors 1 and 2 are temperature dependent resistor (thermistor). The resistance decreases as the engine coolant temperature increases. ECT sensors 1 is installed to the cylinder head, and ECT sensor 2 is installed to the radiator.