300SDL (126.125) L6-3.0L DSL Turbo (603.961) (1987)
Ambient Temperature Sensor / Switch HVAC: Description and Operation
Outside Temperature Sensor
PURPOSE
The outside temperature sensor, which is located on the windshield wiper bracket, sends outside temperature information to the push-button control unit
for calculation of necessary adjustments.
CONSTRUCTION
The outside temperature sensor is a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) type resistor. As the surrounding temperature increases the resistance
decreases.
OPERATION
The outside air produces a resistance value in the sensor circuit. The resulting current flow in the sensor circuit is recognized by the ACC control unit as
a measurement of the outside air temperature.