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DTC 8

DTC 8: A Short in the Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit

1. Remove the evaporator temperature sensor, and test it.

Is the resistance within the specifications shown on the graph?

YES - Go to step 2.

NO - Replace the evaporator temperature sensor.

2. Disconnect the audio-HVAC display panel 22P connector.




3. Check for continuity between the No. 10 terminal of audio-HVAC display panel 22P connector and body ground.

Is there continuity?

YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the audio-HVAC display pane and the evaporator temperature sensor.

NO - Substitute a known-good audio-HVAC display panel, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio-HVAC display panel.