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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

  1. Disconnect the pigtail connector to the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Does the temperature gauge indicate cold?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Replace the ECT sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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3

Use a test light to backprobe the instrument cluster connector, cavity 13 to B +. Refer to Using Connector Test Adapters in Wiring Systems.

Did the test light illuminate?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Locate and repair the short to ground in CKT 35 (DK GRN) between the ECT sensor and the instrument cluster.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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5

Use a test light to backprobe the instrument cluster connector, cavity 31 to B +.

Did the test light illuminate?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Locate and repair the open in CKT 451 (BLK/WHT) between the instrument cluster connector, cavity 31 and G 102.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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7

Replace the instrument cluster.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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