Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test

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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 Fig 1; the resistance should be within the specifications.

Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between No. 1 & No. 2 Terminals Of Outside Air Temperature Sensor

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