My ambient temperature is showing 12 degrees when it is around 24 degrees. What could be the problem and is this likely to cause issues elsewhere?
Sep 16, 2023 at 4:16 AM
Ambient temperature is not accurate?
2011 FORD C-MAX
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Sure, this happens when the ambient air temperature sensor goes out, here is the location so you can swap it out.
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
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Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
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Sep 18, 2023 at 11:29 AM
Thank you for your reply, if I can't fix this just yet, is it likely to cause any major problems? Thanks
Sep 18, 2023 at 11:45 AM
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Not really, it might make the climate control work a little funny.
Sep 20, 2023 at 9:01 AM
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