The resistance of a Bosch coolant temp sensor for the fuel system has been the same since the late 60"s.

With the engine cold (approx 70F) the value should be around 2500 ohms.
And on a HOT engine between 250-350 ohms.

Never seen a coolant temp sensor cause idle issues on a M103 engine

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