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Ambient Temperature Sensor Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the ATS harness connector.
  3. Measure the resistance of the ATS. See AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE  table. The sensor resistance should read between these min/max values. If the resistance values are not OK, replace the sensor.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE

Temperature K/Ohms
32°F (0°C) 29.33-35.99
50°F (10°C) 17.99-21.81
68°F (20°C) 11.37-13.61
77°F (25°C) 9.12-10.86
86°F (30°C) 7.37-8.75
104°F (40°C) 4.90-5.75