2009 Honda Element SC, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Humidity/In-Car Temperature Sensor

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The humidity sensor consists of two sensors. One sensor is for humidity detection, and the other is for in-car temperature detection. When the climate control unit receives signals about the in-car condition from the humidity sensor, and judges that the humidity in the vehicle is very low, the climate control unit reduces the A/C compressor runtime. Engine power loss is kept to a minimum, and fuel economy is increased.

Fig 1: Identifying Humidity/In-Car Temperature Sensor Cover, Case, Humidity And Temperature Inspection
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