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]Engine Transaxle Integration Control [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
The TCM controls engine output torque and reduces transaxle output shaft
torque fluctuation during auto shifting, and reduces shock occurring from the
vehicle during shifting.
Construction
Operation
During auto shifting, the TCM sends the torque reduction reque ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
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Controller Area Network (Can) System
Outline
A CAN system has been adopted which can send and receive multiple signals
over a single communication path from related modules.
System wiring diagram
HS-CAN
MS-CAN
Structure
The CAN system consists of CAN system-related modules built into the CPU
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