B1232

DTC Troubleshooting: B1232 (H)

DTC B1232 or DTC indicator H:

A Short in the Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit

1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then turn to ON (II).

3. Do the self-diagnostic function with the HDS Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overviewor climate control unit Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview.

4. Check for DTCs.

Is DTC B1232 or H indicated?

YES -

Go to step 5.

NO -

Intermittent failure. Check for loose wires or poor connections on the evaporator temperature circuit.�

5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

6. Remove the evaporator temperature sensor Service and Repair, and test it Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test.

Is the evaporator temperature sensor OK?

YES -

Go to step 7.

NO -

Replace the evaporator temperature sensor.�

7. Disconnect climate control unit connector A (32P).

8. Check for continuity between body ground and climate control unit connector A (32P) terminal No. 8.





Is there continuity?

YES -

Repair a short to body ground in the wire between the climate control unit and the evaporator temperature sensor.�

NO -

Go to step 9.

9. Check for continuity between climate control unit connector A (32P) terminals No. 8 and No. 19.





Is there continuity?

YES -

Repair a short in the wires between the climate control unit and the evaporator temperature sensor.�

NO -

Substitute a known-good climate control unit, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original climate control unit Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation.�