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Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Description and Operation

Outside Temperature Sensor

PURPOSE

The outside temperature sensor, which is located on the windshield wiper bracket, sends outside temperature information to the push-button control unit for calculation of necessary adjustments.

CONSTRUCTION

The outside temperature sensor is a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) type resistor. As the surrounding temperature increases the resistance decreases.

OPERATION

The outside air produces a resistance value in the sensor circuit. The resulting current flow in the sensor circuit is recognized by the ACC control unit as a measurement of the outside air temperature.