Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Diagnostics / Combination meter / The ambient temperature does not display
Toyota Corolla (E120): The ambient temperature does not display
Wiring diagram

Inspection procedure
1 Inspect outer ambient temperature sensor

- Remove cooler (ambient temp. Sensor) thermistor.
- measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of cooler
(ambient temp. Sensor) thermistor connector at each temperature.
Resistance:
at 0 c (0 f) : 9.097 – 9.701 KΩ at 25 c (77 f) : 2.725 – 2.865 KΩ
Hint
: as the temperature increases, the resistance decreases.
Resistance:



2 Check harness and connector


Check and replace combination meter assy
Other materials:
On–vehicle inspection
1. Inspect drive belt
Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords,
etc.
If any defect is found, replace the drive belt.
Hint:
cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the
missing chunks from the ribs are found on the belt, it should be
replaced.
2 ...
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster,
center panel, overhead console and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver
of the status of the vehicle's various systems.
Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument
cluster
For the purpose of explanation, the followin ...
Circuit description
Refer to dtc p0115
Dtc no.
Dtc detection condition
Trouble area
P0116
If engine coolant temperature (ect) was between 35 c (95 °F)
and 60 c (140 °F) when starting the engine, and also conditions
(a) and (b) are met:
vehicle has run with acceleration an ...


