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Room Temperature Sensor: Inspection

  1. REMOVE LOWER FINISH PANEL 
    1. Remove the 3 screws.
    2. Release the 3 claws and pull out the lower finish panel.
  2. REMOVE ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR 
    1. Disconnect the connector and aspirator hose.
      2. Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector And Aspirator Hose
      G02945929Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Release the 2 claws and pull out the sensor.
  3. INSPECT ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE 

    Measure resistance between terminals at each temperature as shown in the chart.

    TEMPERATURE SPECIFIED CONDITION

    Temperature Specified condition
    25°C (77°F) 1.6-1.8 kΩ
    50°C (122°F) 0.6-0.8 kΩ

    If resistance is not as specified, replace the sensor.

    Fig 2: Inspecting Room Temperature Sensor Resistance
    G02945930Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSTALL ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR 
    1. Install the sensor and fit the 2 claws.
    2. Connect the aspirator hose and connector.
      3. Fig 3: Installing Room Temperature Sensor
      G02945931Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL LOWER FINISH PANEL 
    1. Install the lower finish panel and fit the 3 claws.
    2. Install the 3 screws.
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