I don't think your meter is sensitive enough for checking that sensor. It's not an 'yes/no' sensor like an oil pressure switch. I believe the resistance varies and a sensitive electronic circuit in the dash interacts with it. If it's new, it should be good. I almost never actually find a bad one. that circuit gives lots of troubles, but I personally don't think the sensor is the weak part. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Gilles Turmel Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 12:48 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Testing coolant level sensor Hi, I just bought a new sensor. I put it in water and test the continuity between the two probes. Current should flow between the two probes. Yes or no? I don't have any current flowing. Is the sensor good? Best regards. Gilles Turmel |
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