Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Service and Repair

Ambient Temperature Sensor Replacement






REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ambient temperature sensor that is located on the front radiator air baffle.
4. Remove the ambient temperature sensor from the radiator air baffle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Install the ambient temperature sensor to the radiator air baffle.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the ambient temperature sensor.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
5. Drive the vehicle at a speed of 32 km/h (20 mph) for approximately one and a half minutes or at a speed of 72 km/h (45 mph) for approximately one minute in order to obtain the ambient update.