Evaporator Temperature Sensor: Inspection

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INSPECT EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Measure the resistance of the sensor.

Standard resistance

RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

Tester Connection	Condition	Specified Condition
1 - 2	-10°C (14°F)	7.30 to 9.10 kΩ
1 - 2	-5°C (23°F)	5.65 to 6.95 kΩ
1 - 2	0°C (32°F)	4.40 to 5.35 kΩ
1 - 2	5°C (41°F)	3.40 to 4.15 kΩ
1 - 2	10°C (50°F)	2.70 to 3.25 kΩ
1 - 2	15°C (59°F)	2.14 to 2.58 kΩ
1 - 2	20°C (68°F)	1.71 to 2.05 kΩ
1 - 2	25°C (77°F)	1.38 to 1.64 kΩ
1 - 2	30°C (86°F)	1.11 to 1.32 kΩ

NOTE:

Even slightly touching the sensor may change the resistance value. Be sure to hold the connector of the sensor.
When measuring, the sensor temperature must be almost the same as the ambient temperature.

Fig 1: Identifying Evaporator Temperature Sensor Resistance Graph
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

HINT:

As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases (see the graph ).

If the result is not as specified, replace the sensor.