Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the OAT sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the ground circuit and ground.
- If greater than 1 ohm, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify the driver information center (DIC) displays approximately -40°F (-40°C).
- If the DIC does not display approximately -40°F (-40°C), test the OAT sensor signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC module.
- Ignition ON, scan tool installed, perform an outside air temperature (OAT) Instant Update to bypass the filtering with either a scan tool or by press and holding the AC and RECIRC buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds.
- Ignition ON, install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the ground circuit of the OAT sensor. Verify the DIC displays approximately 189.5°F (87.5°C).
- If the DIC does not display approximately 189.5°F (87.5°C), test the signal circuit of the OAT sensor for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC module.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the OAT sensor.