400E (124.034) V8-4.2L (119.975) (1992)
Cabin Temperature Sensor / Switch: Description and Operation
In-Car Temperature Sensor Location
In-Car Temperature Sensor
PURPOSE
The in-car (interior) temperature sensor, which is located in the overhead lamp, sends interior temperature information to the push-button control unit.
CONSTRUCTION
The in-car temperature sensor is a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) type resistor. As the surrounding temperature increases the resistance
decreases.
OPERATION
When the ignition is switched "ON", a blower aspirator pulls interior air across the surface of the sensor element. The passing air produces a resistance
value in the sensor. The resulting current flow in the sensor circuit is recognized by the ACC control unit as a measurement of the interior air
temperature.
The constant air flow past the sensor, produced by the blower aspirator, increases the accuracy of the ACC system.