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What is this sensor?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Aw9d, Oct 10, 2012.

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Oct 10, 2012 at 10:55 AM

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The wires for it are attached to my horn's wiring harness. I can't seem to locate this part to find out what it does.

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I believe that is the outside air temp sensor.

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I bet you guys are right. I'll find out by adding a hair dryer to it and see if the temp jumps up.

Wonder why its not listed in my service manual....

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Thats definitely what it is, i relocated mine for the satoshi mod

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Look under the air conditioner electrical/controls. That sensor feeds the A/C computer, which produces a signal for the roof console temp/compass module (if so equipped). (Applies to 2009+)

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