DESCRIPTION
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 AUTO mode. 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 a voltage (5 V) 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. |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
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B1411/11 |
Open or short in cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) circuit |
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WIRING DIAGRAM
PROCEDURE
1. |
READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM |
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.
(e) Check the value(s) by referring to the table below.
Air Conditioner
Tester Display |
Measurement Item/Range |
Normal Condition |
Diagnostic Note |
---|---|---|---|
Room Temperature Sensor |
Cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) / min.: -6.50°C (20.30°F) max.: 57.25°C (135.05°F) |
Actual cabin temperature displayed |
- |
OK:
The display is as specified in the Normal Condition column.
Result |
Proceed to |
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NG |
A |
OK (When troubleshooting according to Problem Symptoms Table) |
B |
OK (When troubleshooting according to the DTC) |
C |
B | ![]() |
PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE |
C | ![]() |
REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY |
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2. |
INSPECT COOLER THERMISTOR (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR) |
(a) Remove the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) (See page
).
(b) Inspect the cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) (See page
).
NG | ![]() |
REPLACE COOLER THERMISTOR (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR) |
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3. |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COOLER THERMISTOR (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR) - AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY) |
(a) Disconnect the R36 cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) connector.
(b) Disconnect the A36 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.
(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection |
Condition |
Specified Condition |
---|---|---|
R36-1 - A36-16 (TR) |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
R36-2 - A36-26 (SG-1) |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
R36-1 or A36-16 (TR) - Body ground |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
R36-2 or A36-26 (SG-1) - Body ground |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
OK | ![]() |
REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY |
NG | ![]() |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
Check For Intermittent Problems
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
HINT:
Inspect the vehicle ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to
detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM
uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal
mode (default) ...
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms.
If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms
are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the
table.
Check each ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT 3RD GEAR THRUST CLEARANCE
(a) Using a dial indicator, measure the 3rd gear thrust clearance.
Standard clearance:
0.200 to 0.490 mm (0.0079 to 0.0192 in.)
If the clearance is outside the specification, replace the 3rd gear,
thrust washer, c ...