Checking The Connector

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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Fig 2: Connecting Connector

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• Ignition off
• Check the wiring and connectors. Check for contact resistance and oxidation
• Reinstall the components, reconnect the connectors etc.
• Ignition on
• Read off the outside temperature.

  If the temperature is now within its permitted range, the fault was caused by loose connections in the connector.

  Other information 

  • For outside temperature sensor - 2006  see OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR DOOR MIRROR, REPLACING
  • For outside temperature sensor 2007 -  see OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
  Fig 3: Identifying Connector Terminals

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  Fig 4: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA

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  Fig 5: Identifying Outside Temperature Sensor

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Is the temperature within its permitted range? 

• YES 

  OKAY:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

  Refer to CHECKING COMPONENTS AND WIRING