The cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) is installed in the instrument panel to detect the cabin temperature, which is used to control the air conditioning system. The resistance of the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) changes in accordance with the cabin temperature. As the temperature decreases, the resistance increases. As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases.
The air conditioning amplifier assembly applies voltage to the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) and reads voltage changes due to changes in the resistance of the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor).
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B141A15 | Room Temperature Sensor Circuit Short to Battery or Open | Diagnosis condition:
Ignition switch ON Malfunction status: Open or short to +B in room temperature sensor circuit Detection time: Continuously for 4 seconds or more |
·
Cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) ·
Harness or connector ·
Air conditioning amplifier assembly |
Memorized |
| Vehicle Condition | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pattern 1 | Pattern 2 | ||
| Diagnosis condition | Ignition switch ON | ○ | ○ |
| Malfunction | Open in room temperature sensor circuit | ○ | - |
| Short to +B in room temperature sensor circuit | - | ○ | |
| Detection time | Continuously for 4 seconds or more | Continuously for 4 seconds or more | |
| Trip Count | 1 trip | 1 trip | |
If the conditions of either of these patterns are detected, a DTC will be stored
Pre-procedure1
Disconnect the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector.
Procedure1
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below
| Tester Connection | Switch Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| G60-1 (+) - Body ground | Ignition switch ON | 0 to 5.5 V |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
Post-procedure1
None
OK
NG
Pre-procedure1
Disconnect the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector.
Connect terminals 1 and 2 of the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector on the wire harness side.
| *1 | Cooler Thermistor (Room Temperature Sensor) | *2 | Air Conditioning Amplifier Assembly |
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector
(to Cooler Thermistor (Room Temperature Sensor)) |
- | - |
Procedure1
According to the display on the GTS, read the Data List.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Room Temperature Sensor |
| GTS Display | Specified Condition |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature Sensor | 327.67°C (621.81°F) |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
Post-procedure1
None
OK
NG
Pre-procedure1
Disconnect the G60 cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector.
Disconnect the G47 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.
Procedure1
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| G60-1 (+) - G47-5 (TR) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| G60-2 (-) - G47-3 (SG-1) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
Post-procedure1
None
OK
NG
Pre-procedure1
Disconnect the G60 cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector.
Disconnect the G47 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.
Procedure1
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| G60-1 (+) or G47-5 (TR) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
Post-procedure1
None
OK
NG