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Diagnostic Procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY INACCURATE OR INOPERATIVE

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
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NOTE: Ensure that the CMTC is communicating on the PCI Bus before proceeding with this test.
NOTE: The Ambient Temperature Sensor is hardwired to the PCM. Diagnose and repair any PCM DTCs before proceeding with this test.
Turn the ignition off.Disconnect the Ambient Temperature Sensor harness connector.Measure the resistance of the Ambient Temperature Sensor using the following temperature/resistance values:10°C (50°F) Sensor Resistance = 17.99 - 21.81 Kilohms20°C (68°F) Sensor Resistance = 11.37 - 13.61 Kilohms25°C (77°F) Sensor Resistance = 9.12 - 10.88 Kilohms30°C (86°F) Sensor Resistance = 7.37 - 8.75 Kilohms40°C (104°F) Sensor Resistance = 4.90 - 5.75 Kilohms50°C (122°F) Sensor Resistance = 3.33 - 3.88 KilohmsIs the Ambient Temperature Sensor resistance measurement between the min/max specifications?Yes --> Test Complete.No --> Replace the Ambient Temperature Sensor.
NOTE: After any repair for an Ambient Temperature Sensor problem, the vehicle must be driven over 3 miles above 25 MPH to update the CMTC display.
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