Purpose
The ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient temperature.
Function
The ambient temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an electric signal.
Construction
A thermistor-type ambient temperature sensor has been adopted.
The ambient temperature sensor is installed to the shroud panel on the back side of the front bumper.
Operation
The thermistor changes the resistance according to the surrounding temperature.
The resistance decreases if the temperature increases, and conversely increases if the temperature decreases as shown in the figure.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Ambient Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation [Manual Air Conditioner]
Ambient Temperature Sensor [Manual Air Conditioner]Door Lock Switch Inspection
Driver's Side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the door lock switch..
3. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
If the continuity is not as indicated in the table, replace the door lock
switch.
Passenger's Side
1. Disconnec ...
Controller Area Network (Can)
Outline
The DSC HU/CM sends and receives data to and from other modules via the CAN
system. Refer to MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM for a detailed explanation of
the CAN system..
Data sent
Cruise control system-related information
DSC system-related information
...
PID/Data Monitor Inspection [Instrument Cluster]
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization
screen of the M-MDS.
a. Select “DataLogger”.
b. Select “Modules”.
c. Select “IC”.
3. Select the applicable PID from the PID table.
4. Verify the PID dat ...