Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test

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Remove the evaporator core and the evaporator temperature sensor (see EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR TEST ).
Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance between its terminals No. 1 and No. 2.

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Evaporator Temperature Sensor Connector Terminals
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Pour warm water on the sensor, and check for a change in resistance.
Compare the resistance readings with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications.

Fig 2: Identifying Resistance/Temperature Specifications Graph
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
If the resistance is not as specified, replace the evaporator temperature sensor (see EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR TEST ).