Kia Carens: Engine Control System / Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) Repair procedures
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Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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Remove the ECTS (Refer to "Removal").
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After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure
resistance between the ECTS terminals 1 and 3.
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Check that the resistance is within the specification.
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Specification: Refer to “Specification”
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Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-)
cable.
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Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).

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Supplement the engine coolant. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System -
"Coolant")
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Install the component with the specified torques.
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Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped.
If the component has been dropped, inspect before installing.
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Apply the engine coolant to the O-ring.
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Insert the sensor in the installation hole and be careful not
to damage.
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Installation is reverse of removal.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor installation :
29.4 ~ 39.2 N.m (3.0 ~ 4.0 kgf.m, 21.7 ~ 28.9 lb-ft)
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