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Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Description and Operation

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

DESCRIPTION




The ambient sensor is located in front of the condenser fan shroud.




The sensor contains a thermistor which measures the temperature of the outside air.

CHECKING
1. Disconnect battery terminal (-).
2. Detach the harness of the ambient temperature sensor.




3. Measure the resistance as shown.

Resistance 20 °C: 36.5 ± 2.3 k Ohm