Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Description and Operation

1999 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Description and Operation
The Engine Coolant Temperature sensor (ECT sensor) changes resistance in response to the temperature of the engine coolant. Resistance decreases as the surrounding temperature increases, providing a signal to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) that indicates the temperature of the engine coolant.
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