2005 Polaris Sportsman 700/800 EFI Service Manual, Page 133Get this manual

2005 Polaris Sportsman 700/800 EFI Service Manual, Page 133

FUEL SYSTEMFUEL INJECTION
ENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Mounted on the cylinder, the engine temperature sensor measures coolant temperatureThe engine temperature sensor is Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) type sensor, as the temperature increases the resistance decreases
ENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT
1Disconnect sensor from engine harness2Using wrench, remove and replace the sensor, applying light coating of thread sealant to aid installation3Torque the sensor to 18.5 ftlbs(25 Nm)

Engine Temperature Sensor Refer to Chapter 10 for testingStandard resistance readings according to temperature: