Solar Sensor: Testing and Inspection

Sunload Sensor (Auto A/C Model)

INSPECTION

On- the vehicle inspection

PREPARATION TOOL: SUBARU SELECT MONITOR III KIT

1. Check if there is anything that affects sensing, around the sensor - sunload.
1. Is there anything placed on the sensor - sunload that disturbs sensing?
2. Is there anything on the windshield glass, such as sticker and film, that disturbs sensing?
- No -> Go to step 2).
- Yes -> Remove everything that affects sensing.

2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, check [[Quantity of Sunload]].

NOTE: For detailed procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

1. Cover the sensor - sunload with cloth.
2. Does the [[Quantity of Sunload]] indicate 0 W/sq.m when the direct sunlight is shielded?
- No -> Go to step 3).
- Yes -> Replace the sensor - sunload.

3. From the condition in step 2), expose the sensor - sunload to light.
1. Place intense light such as incandescent light at 30 cm or less from the sunload sensor.
2. Does [[Quantity of Sunload]] indicate 2000 W/sq.m or less?

CAUTION: The value changes depending on the angle of light.

- No -> The sensor - sunload is normal.
- Yes -> Replace the sensor - sunload.