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Checking Air Temperature In the Dashboard Vents




Checking Air Temperature In The Dashboard Vents







- Run the engine at 1500 - 1600 rpm.

Check temperature of expelled air at central dashboard vents
Check that the read off temperature is within the values specified below.

A is outside temperature, measured in front of the car, and
B is the temperature of expelled air in the central dashboard vents:

- If A is 20 °C (68 °F), B should be 5 - 8 °C (41 - 46.4 °F).
- If A is 30 °C (86 °F), B should be 5 - 8 °C (41 - 46.4 °F).
- If A is 40 °C (104 °F), B should be 8 - 12 °C (46.4 - 53.6 °F).

Is the temperature within the permitted values?

Yes - Test Complete

No - Checking Temperature In Expansion Pipe