Honda Accord: In-car Temperature Sensor Test - Climate Control - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: In-car Temperature Sensor Test

NOTE: Before testing the sensor, check for HVAC DTCs (see page 21-101).

1. Remove the in-car temperature sensor (see page 21-184).

2. Test the in-car temperature sensor while holding it in front of the dashboard center vent.

• Measure the resistance with the system set to Max Cool.

• Measure the resistance with the system set to Max Hot.

3. Compare the resistance reading between terminals No. 1 and No. 2 of the in-car temperature sensor with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications for whatever the ambient temperature is.

IN-CAR TEMPERATURE SENSOR

4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the in-car


4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the in-car temperature sensor (see page 21-184).

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