Hyundai Sonata LF Quiz
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Ambient Temperature Sensor Description and Operation

In this manual: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 90Engine Electrical System — 58Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 114Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 50Brake System — 54Body (Interior and Exterior) — 213Body Electrical System — 241Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 52
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Description

The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and measures the ambient air temperature. It is a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermistor; resistance increases as temperature decreases and decreases as temperature increases. The sensor output is used for discharge temperature control, temperature-adjusted door control, blower motor speed control, blend mode control, and in-vehicle humidity control.
If the ambient temperature is below 1 °C, the A/C compressor will stop. The compressor will operate manually.

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