Escort L4-116 1.9L SOHC HO (1989)
Vehicle Speed Sensor/Transducer - Cruise Control: Testing and Inspection
1.
Disconnect electrical connector from speed sensor, refer to SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS/ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC DIAGRAMS
then connect an ohmmeter between the speed sensor terminals at speed sensor end.
2.
a. On 1989 Escort models, a reading of approximately 30-100 ohms should be obtained.
b. On 1989 models except Escort, a reading of approximately 200-300 ohms should be obtained.
c. On all 1990-91 models, a reading of 200 ohms should be obtained.
d. On all models, a reading of 0 ohms indicates a shorted coil and maximum reading indicates an open coil.
3.
Replace the sensor if a correct reading has not been obtained.
