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Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Service and Repair

AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the ambient air temperature sensor (3) that is located on the right front radiator air baffle.
2. Remove the push-in retainer (2) from the ambient air temperature sensor.
3. Remove the ambient air temperature sensor (3) from the radiator air baffle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Align the ambient air temperature sensor (3) to the radiator air baffle.
2. Install the push-in retainer (2) to the ambient air temperature sensor.
3. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the ambient air temperature sensor.
4. 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.