AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (for Automatic Air Conditioning System), Diagnostic DTC:B1411/11

DTC Code DTC Name
B1411/11 Room Temperature Sensor Circuit

DESCRIPTION

The room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) is installed in the instrument panel to detect the cabin temperature which is used to control the heater and air conditioning system AUTO mode. The resistance of the room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) changes in accordance with the cabin temperature. As the temperature decreases, the resistance increases. As the temperature increases, the resistance decreases.

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

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
B1411/11 Open or short in room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) circuit
  • Room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor)

  • Harness or connector between room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) and air conditioning amplifier assembly

  • Air conditioning amplifier assembly

WIRING DIAGRAM

A011ULQE29

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE

  1. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM

    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

    3. Turn the Techstream on.

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

    5. Check the value(s) by referring to the table below.

      Air Conditioner
      Tester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Room Temperature Sensor

      Cooler thermistor (room temperature sensor) /

      min.: -6.50°C (20.30°F)

      max.: 57.25°C (135.05°F)

      Actual cabin temperature displayed -
      OK
      The display is as specified in the normal condition column.
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      NG A
      OK (When troubleshooting according to Problem Symptoms Table) B
      OK (When troubleshooting according to the DTC) C
    B
    C
    A
  2. INSPECT ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR (COOLER THERMISTOR)

    1. Remove the room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) Click here.

    2. Disconnect the I57 room temperature sensor (cooler thermistor) connector.

      A011S78E45
    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 10°C (50°F) 3.00 to 3.73 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 15°C (59°F) 2.45 to 2.88 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 20°C (68°F) 1.95 to 2.30 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 25°C (77°F) 1.60 to 1.80 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 30°C (86°F) 1.28 to 1.47 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 35°C (95°F) 1.00 to 1.22 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 40°C (104°F) 0.80 to 1.00 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 45°C (113°F) 0.65 to 0.85 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 50°C (122°F) 0.50 to 0.70 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 55°C (131°F) 0.44 to 0.60 kΩ
      I57-1 (+)- I57-2 (-) 60°C (140°F) 0.36 to 0.50 kΩ

      Note

      • Hold the sensor only by its connector. Touching the sensor 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).

      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Component without harness connected

      (Room Temperature Sensor (Cooler Thermistor))

      *b Sensing Portion
      *c Resistance (kΩ)
      *d Allowable Range
      *e Temperature (°C (°F))
    NG
    OK
  3. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR (COOLER THERMISTOR) - AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY)

    1. Disconnect the I77 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
      I77-29 (TR) - I57-1 (+) Always Below 1 Ω
      I77-34 (SG-1) - I57-2 (-) Always Below 1 Ω
      I77-29 (TR) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      I77-34 (SG-1) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
    NG
    OK