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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test

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  1. Remove the evaporator temperature sensor (see EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT  ).
  2. Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance between terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals No. 1 And No. 2 Of Evaporator Temperature Sensor
    G06968184Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Pour warm water on the sensor, and measure the resistance.
  4. Compare the resistance readings with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications.
    Fig 2: Resistance Graph
    G06968185Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the evaporator temperature sensor (see EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT  ).
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