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Coolant Temperature Sensor

Coolant Temperature Sensor
Self-diagnosis indicator light D comes on: Indicates a problem in the coolant temperature sensor circuit. Use a digital multimeter IKSAHM-32-003) to check it.

The coolant temperature sensor is a temperature dependent resistor (thermistor). The resistance of the thermistor decreases as the coolant temperature increases.

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Part B: