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DTC P0071: Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" Range/Performance: Notes

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DTC detecting condition: 

Detected when two consecutive driving cycles with fault occur.

NOTE: After the faulty parts are repaired or replaced, perform the final check in Basic Diagnostic Procedure. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE>PROCEDURE .
  1. CHECK DTC  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor or a general scan tool, read the DTC of [Engine]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    Is DTC other than P0071 displayed? (Current malfunction)

    Yes  : Check the appropriate DTC using the "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    No  : Go to  2 .

  2. CHECK DATA MONITOR  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value in [Ambient Air Temperature] for [Air Conditioner].
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .
    2. Read the change of the value in [Ambient Air Temperature] while heating and cooling the ambient sensor using a hair dryer.
      WARNING: Do not heat the part to the temperature where you cannot touch it with your bare hand in order to prevent burning yourself and protect the part.

    Does the value of [Ambient Air Temperature] change between heating and cooling?

    Yes  : Repair the poor contact of ECM connector.

    No  : Replace the ambient sensor. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>AMBIENT SENSOR .