RAM 1500 Van V8-5.2L CNG VIN T (1999)
Battery Temperature Sensor: Description and Operation
BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
Battery Temperature Sensor Location
The battery temperature sensor is attached to the battery tray located under the battery.
OPERATION
The battery temperature sensor is used to determine the battery temperature and control battery charging rate. This temperature data, along with
data from monitored line voltage, is used by the PCM to vary the battery charging rate. System voltage will be higher at colder temperatures and is
gradually reduced at warmer temperatures.
PCM INPUT
Provides a signal to the PCM corresponding to the battery temperature.
