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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test

  1. Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance between evaporator temperature sensor terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Evaporator Temperature Sensor Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
    G06680544Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Pour warm water on the sensor, and check for a change in resistance.
  3. Compare the resistance readings with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications.
    Fig 2: Temperature And Resistance Graph
    G06680545Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.