AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:B1412/12

DTC Code DTC Name
B1412/12 Ambient Temperature Sensor Circuit

DESCRIPTION

The cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor is installed in front of the cooler condenser assembly to detect the ambient temperature, which is used to control the air conditioning system. This sensor is connected to the air conditioning amplifier assembly and detects fluctuations in the ambient temperature. This data is used for controlling the cabin temperature. The sensor sends a signal to the air conditioning amplifier assembly. The resistance of the cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor changes in accordance with the ambient temperature. As the temperature decreases, the resistance increases. As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases.

The air conditioning amplifier assembly applies voltage (5 V) to the cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor and reads voltage changes due to changes in the resistance of the cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Memory
B1412/12 Ambient Temperature Sensor Circuit Open or short in ambient temperature sensor circuit

  • Cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor

  • Harness or connector between cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor and air conditioning amplifier assembly

  • Air conditioning amplifier assembly

Memorized

(4 sec. or more)*

Tech Tips

If the ambient temperature is approximately -52.9°C (-63.22°F) or lower, DTC B1412/12 may be output even though the system is normal.

WIRING DIAGRAM

B005NBGE04
*a Cooler (Ambient Temp. Sensor) Thermistor
*b Air Conditioning Amplifier Assembly

PROCEDURE


  1. READ VALUE USING GTS


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.

    5. Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.


      Body Electrical > Air Conditioner > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Ambient Temp Sensor Cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor

      Min.: -23.30°C (-9.94°F)

      Max.: 65.95°C (150.71°F)

      		 Actual ambient temperature displayed -

      Body Electrical > Air Conditioner > Data List
      Tester Display
      Ambient Temp Sensor
      OK
      The display is as specified in the normal condition column.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY Click here

    NG

  2. INSPECT COOLER (AMBIENT TEMP. SENSOR) THERMISTOR


    1. A01VWKCC41
      *a

      Component without harness connected

      (Cooler (Ambient Temp. Sensor) Thermistor)
      *b Sensing Portion
      *c Resistance (kΩ)
      *d Temperature (°C (°F))
      *e Allowable Range

      Remove the cooler (ambient temp. sensor) thermistor.

      Click here

    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      1 - 2 10°C (50°F) 3.00 to 3.73 kΩ
      15°C (59°F) 2.45 to 2.88 kΩ
      20°C (68°F) 1.95 to 2.30 kΩ
      25°C (77°F) 1.60 to 1.80 kΩ
      30°C (86°F) 1.28 to 1.47 kΩ
      35°C (95°F) 1.00 to 1.22 kΩ
      40°C (104°F) 0.80 to 1.00 kΩ
      45°C (113°F) 0.65 to 0.85 kΩ
      50°C (122°F) 0.50 to 0.70 kΩ
      55°C (131°F) 0.44 to 0.60 kΩ
      60°C (140°F) 0.36 to 0.50 kΩ

      Note


      • Hold the sensor only by its connector. Touching the sensing portion may change the resistance value.

      • When measuring, the sensor temperature must be the same as the ambient temperature.

      Tech Tips

      As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases (see the graph).

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE COOLER (AMBIENT TEMP. SENSOR) THERMISTOR Click here

    OK

  3. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COOLER (AMBIENT TEMP. SENSOR) THERMISTOR - AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY)


    1. Disconnect the J42 air conditioning amplifier assembly connector.

    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      J42-13 (TAM) - A3-2 Always Below 1 Ω
      J42-2 (SG-2) - A3-1 Always Below 1 Ω
      J42-13 (TAM) or A3-2 - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      J42-2 (SG-2) or A3-1 - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY Click here

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR