Circuit Description
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The HVAC control module monitors the ambient light via a sunload sensor. The HVAC control module uses this information in order to modify the effect of the sun on the vehicle inside air temperature. When the sensor is in direct sunlight, the signal voltage is low. When the sensor is covered, the signal voltage is high.