Honda Accord ESM 2003 · Service Manual Service Manual 2003

Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test (With Climate Control)

Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test

Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance. Then pour warm water on the sensor, and check for a change in resistance.

Compare the resistance reading between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the  outside air temperature sensor with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications.

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14
0
32
10
50
20
68
30
86
40 °C
104 °F
TEMPERATURERESISTANCE
(kW)
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