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Ambient Temperature Sensor

Disconnect ambient temperature sensor. Sensor is located behind middle of front bumper. Use DVOM and measure resistance between terminals. See appropriate AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE table. If resistance is not as specified, replace sensor.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE (3.2TL)

Temperature °F (°C) Ohms
104 (40) 1000
86 (30) 1500
68 (20) 2500
50 (10) 4000
32 (0) 6300
14 (-10) 11000
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE (3.5RL)

Temperature °F (°C) Ohms
104 (40) 1000
86 (30) 1200
68 (20) 2000
50 (10) 3200
32 (0) 5400
14 (-10) 10000