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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test

  1. Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the resistance between its terminals.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Evaporator Temperature Sensor Terminals
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  2. Then pour warm water on the sensor, and check for a change in resistance.
  3. Compare the resistance readings with the specifications shown in the graph; the resistance should be within the specifications.
    Fig 2: Resistance Temperature Graph
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