Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair Procedures

Inspection

1. 1
   Turn the ignition off.
2. 2
   Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor.
3. 3
   Check whether the resistance of the ambient air temperature sensor between the "+" and "-" terminals changes as the ambient temperature changes.

   

   Specification

   Ambient temperature [°C(°F)]	Resistance [kΩ]	Voltage [V]
   -30(-22)	480,41	4,71
   -20(-4)	271,21	4,50
   -10(14)	158,18	4.20
   0 (32)	95,10	3,80
   10 (50)	58,80	3.31
   20 (68)	37,32	2,77
   30(86)	24.26	2,24
   40(104)	16.13	1,75
   50(122)	10,95	1,34

4. 4
   If the measured resistance is not within specification, replace the sensor with a known good ambient air temperature sensor and check that it operates correctly.
5. 5
   If the problem is resolved, replace the ambient temperature sensor.

Replacement

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. 2
   Remove the front bumper cover. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
3. 3
   Disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor connector (A).

   

4. 4
   Remove the ambient air temperature sensor (B).
5. 5
   Install in the reverse order of removal.