Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]
  1. Measure the temperature around the ambient temperature sensor and measure the resistance between the ambient temperature sensor terminal.
    • If the characteristics of the ambient temperature sensor are not as shown in the graph in illustration, replace the ambient temperature sensor.
      Fig 1: Ambient Temperature Graph
      G05543407Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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