Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test: Test

How to use this manual .

NOTE:  Before testing the sensor, check for climate control DTCs .

1. Outside Air Temperature Sensor - Test

   Preconditions 

   • Outside Air Temperature Sensor Removed

   Figure 1 

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   Figure 2 

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   Procedure/Specifications 

   1. Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance between terminals No. 1 and No. 2. (Figure 1)

   2. Then pour warm water on the sensor, and check for a change in resistance.

   3. Compare the resistance readings with the specifications shown in the graph, the resistance should be within the specifications. (Figure 2)

   Result 

   • If the result is not as specified, replace the outside air temperature sensor .