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Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Testing and Inspection

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT A/C ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR




a. Remove the A/C room temperature sensor.
b. Disconnect the connector from the A/C room temperature sensor.

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c. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table.


NOTE:
- Even slightly touching the sensor may change the resistance value. Be sure to hold the connector of the sensor.
- When measuring, the sensor temperature must be the same as the ambient temperature.






HINT: As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases (See the graph).

If the resistance value is not as specified, replace the sensor.