AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:B1411/11

DTC Code DTC Name
B1411/11 Room Temperature Sensor Circuit

DESCRIPTION

The room temperature sensor is installed in the instrument panel. It detects the cabin temperature to control air conditioning AUTO mode. The resistance of the room temperature sensor 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 voltage (5 V) to the room temperature sensor and reads voltage changes as the resistance of the room temperature sensor changes. This sensor also sends appropriate signals to the air conditioning amplifier assembly.

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

  • Harness or connector between room temperature sensor and air conditioning amplifier assembly

  • Air conditioning amplifier assembly

WIRING DIAGRAM

A003YP1E03

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tech Tips

If the cabin temperature is approximately -18.6°C (-1.48°F) or lower, DTC B1411/11 may be output even though the system is normal.

PROCEDURE


  1. READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the intelligent tester on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Body / 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

      Room temperature sensor /

      Min.: -6.5°C (20.3°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


    1. A003Z09E35
      Text in Illustration
      *a

      Component without harness connected

      (Room Temperature Sensor)

      *b Sensing Portion
      *c Resistance (kΩ)
      *d Allowable Range
      *e Temperature (°C (°F))

      Remove the room temperature sensor.

    2. Disconnect the H79 room temperature sensor connector.

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

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 10°C (50°F) 3.00 to 3.73 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 15°C (59°F) 2.45 to 2.88 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 20°C (68°F) 1.95 to 2.30 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 25°C (77°F) 1.60 to 1.80 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 30°C (86°F) 1.28 to 1.47 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 35°C (95°F) 1.00 to 1.22 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 40°C (104°F) 0.80 to 1.00 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 45°C (113°F) 0.65 to 0.85 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 50°C (122°F) 0.50 to 0.70 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 55°C (131°F) 0.44 to 0.60 kΩ
      H79-1 (+) - H79-2 (-) 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).


    NG
    OK
  3. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ROOM TEMPERATURE SENSOR - AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER)


    1. Disconnect the H85 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
      H85-29 (TR) - H79-1 (+) Always Below 1 Ω
      H85-34 (SG-1) - H79-2 (-) Always Below 1 Ω
      H85-29 (TR) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      H85-34 (SG-1) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    NG
    OK