Evaporator Temperature Sensor
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The evaporator temperature sensor protects the A/C system. The sensor located on the evaporator core provides the HVAC control module with the surface temperature of the evaporator core. If the evaporator temperature sensor reads a temperature of 0°C (32°F), the HVAC control module will turn off the A/C compressor clutch until evaporator temperatures reach 2°C (36°F).