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Volvo Penta Group 23 EDC III — Checking the coolant temperature sensor

Testing & diagnosis

For the Volvo Penta Group 23 EDC III, from the Volvo Penta service manual.

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Procedure

  1. Disconnect the connector and remove the sensor from the engine.
  2. Measure resistance between both contact pins with multimeter 9510060-8.
  3. Compare displayed values against the resistance table (0–100°C).

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 0°C/32°F: 4930 Ω ± 440 Ω
  • 20°C/68°F: 1870 Ω ± 140 Ω
  • 40°C/104°F: 800 Ω ± 50 Ω
  • 60°C/140°F: 370 Ω ± 20 Ω
  • 80°C/176°F: 190 Ω ± 8 Ω
  • 100°C/212°F: 104 Ω ± 4 Ω

Source: Volvo Penta service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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