Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Ambient Temperature Sensor [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
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The ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient temperature.
Function
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The ambient temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an electric signal.
Construction
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A thermistor-type ambient temperature sensor has been adopted.
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The ambient temperature sensor is installed to the shroud panel on the back side of the front bumper.
Operation
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The thermistor changes the resistance according to the surrounding temperature.
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The resistance decreases if the temperature increases, and conversely increases if the temperature decreases as shown in the figure.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Ambient Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front bumper..
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the ambient temperature sensor.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient temperature.
Function
The ambient temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an electric
signal.
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Cargo Compartment Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
CAUTION:
Always disconnect the negative battery cable before performing the cargo
compartment light bulb removal. Otherwise, the circuit may be shorted resulting
in damage to the related parts such as the rear body control module (RBCM).
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Steering Features
Improved handling, fuel economy, marketability
Column assist type Electric Power Steering (EPS) adopted
Improved handling
By using a higher steering gear ratio (15.5), the steerability has
been improved
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Electrical Fan Control
Outline
Through cooling of the radiator and condenser by operation of the cooling
fan according to vehicle conditions, engine reliability and cooling performance
have been improved.
Block Diagram
Operation
The PCM determines the demand airflow volume by the following c ...
