Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Inspection
Resistance Inspection
WARNING:
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When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
ECT Sensor No.1
1. Remove the ECT sensor No.1..
2. Place the ECT sensor No.1 in water with a thermometer, and heat the water gradually.
3. Measure the resistance between ECT sensor No.1 terminals A and B.
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If not as specified, replace the ECT sensor No.1..
|
ECT (°C {°F}) |
Resistance (Kilohms) |
|
20 {68} |
Approx. 2.45 |
|
80 {176} |
Approx. 0.318 |
ECT Sensor No.2
1. Remove the ECT sensor No.2..
2. Place the ECT sensor No.2 in water with a thermometer, and heat the water gradually.
3. Measure the resistance between ECT sensor No.2 terminals A and B.
-
If not as specified, replace the ECT sensor No.2..
|
ECT (°C {°F}) |
Resistance (Kilohms) |
|
20 {68} |
Approx. 2.45 |
|
80 {176} |
Approx. 0.318 |
Engine Coolant Replacement
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING:
When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until
it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
ECT Sensor No.1
1. Disconnect the negative battery c ...
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Engine Coolant Level Inspection
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...
Refrigerant System Service Cautions
Handling Insufficient Refrigerant Level
If an insufficient refrigerant level is detected at troubleshooting, do
not charge (add) the refrigerant. Because an accurate amount of refrigerant
cannot be determined from the pressure indicated on the manifold gauge, never
charge the refrige ...
Fuel Tank Inspection
WARNING:
Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks from the pressurized
fuel system, it will cause serious injury or death and facility breakage. Fuel
can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the “Fuel
Line Safety Procedure”, while referring ...
