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Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Service and Repair

AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ambient air temperature sensor.




3. Use J 38778 to disconnect the wiring harness retainer which secures the ambient air temperature sensor to the hood latch support.
4. Remove the ambient air temperature sensor from the wiring harness retainer.
5. Remove the ambient air temperature sensor from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the ambient air temperature sensor on the wiring harness retainer.
2. Install the wiring harness push-in retainer which secures the ambient air temperature sensor to the hood latch support.




3. Connect the electrical connector to the ambient air temperature sensor.