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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 11:31 AM
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Replacing my ECT (CTS)

I have a 1988 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4, 2.9L, V6, 84k miles on orig motor

A bit ago I was getting 10.7 mpg.. and it was suggested that I replace my ECT (or CTS), I am gonna try this. So far I think I have located it! Which is a very vital step.... I'm going to confirm this...


Can I pick up an ECT at any general auto shop? This isn't like a special order item is it?



on a side note.... my air filter looks ok? i'm not sure how much dirt is too much.


to me, the picture makes it look slightly less dirty (probably because of the flash)... it doesn't look that bad to me besides one spot less than the size of a dollar bill which is kinda brown. also got some debris out of the "container" that the air filter was sitting in
 
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 04:07 PM
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first step - measure ECT voltage and resistance cold and hot to be sure ECT reads wrong ore not. Do you have DVOM?
 
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