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Old Dec 15, 2003 | 06:09 AM
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Code 51

Son's 89 Ranger. What is the code 51? Can't find the Haynes book. The reader instructions say ECT sensor. What is the ECT sensor?

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Old Dec 15, 2003 | 10:06 AM
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EEC IV 2 DIGIT CODES

The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor detects the temperature of engine coolant and supplies the information to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

For engine control applications, the ECT signal is used to modify ignition timing, EGR flow (if equipped) and air to fuel ratio as a function of engine temperature.

The ECT sensor is threaded into the heater outlet fitting or cooling passage on the engine.
 
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Old Dec 15, 2003 | 04:10 PM
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Appreciate it. You are correct. That fixed it.


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Old Dec 15, 2003 | 05:33 PM
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Glad to hear it's fixed.
 
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