The cooler thermistor (solar sensor) is installed on the upper side of the instrument panel. It detects sunlight to control the air conditioning. The output voltage from the cooler thermistor (solar sensor) varies in accordance with the amount of sunlight. When the sunlight increases, the output voltage increases. As the sunlight decreases, the output voltage decreases. The air conditioning amplifier assembly detects changes in the output voltage from the cooler thermistor (solar sensor).
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B14A2 | Driver Side Solar Sensor Short Circuit | Short in cooler thermistor (solar sensor) circuit | ·
Cooler thermistor (solar sensor) ·
Harness or connector ·
Air conditioning amplifier assembly |
Memorized
(4 seconds or more) |
The air conditioning amplifier assembly stores this DTC if the malfunction has occurred for the period of time indicated in the parentheses.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.
Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Sensor (D Side) | Cooler thermistor (solar sensor) | Min.: 0
Max.: 255 |
Cooler thermistor (solar sensor) value increases as brightness increases | Cooler thermistor (solar sensor) malfunction:
·
When open circuit: 0 ·
When short circuit: 255 |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Solar Sensor (D Side) |
The display is as specified in the normal condition column.
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the cooler thermistor (solar sensor).
Inspect the cooler thermistor (solar sensor).
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the N41 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.
Disconnect the Q5 cooler thermistor (solar sensor) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| N41-2 (S5-1) - Q5-1 (SE) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| N41-9 (TSD) - Q5-2 (NSHA) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| N41-2 (S5-1) or Q5-1 (SE) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| N41-9 (TSD) or Q5-2 (NSHA) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG