Sunlight Sensor Test: Test

NOTE:  Before testing the sensor, check for climate control DTCs.

• 1. Sunlight Sensor - Test

  2P connector 

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  7P connector 

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  1. Pull out the sunlight sensor (A)

  2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode

  3. Measure the voltage between (+) probe on terminal No. 2 and (-) probe on terminal No. 1 (2P connector) or No. 3 (7P connector) connector connected.

  NOTE:  The voltage readings will not change under the light of a flashlight or a fluorescent lamp.

  Voltage should be:

  • 3.56 V with no sunlight or the sensor covered up
  • Less than 3.56 V with sunlight on the sensor (depending on sunlight intensity)

  4. If the voltage is not as specified, replace the sunlight sensor .