Ford Escape: Climate Control System - General Information / General Procedures - Reset the Outside Air Temperature Sensor Learned Values
			
			Configuration
 
 
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 NOTE: 
 The ambient air temperature sensor is a critical 
component for correct Air Conditioning (A/C) and Heating, Ventilation, 
and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system operation. Make sure after the reset 
is carried out the temperature is displaying correctly in the vehicle.
  NOTE: 
 The outside air temperature sensor is also referred to as the ambient air temperature sensor in this manual.
  Using the diagnostic FDRS scan tool, follow the on screen prompts to 
run and reset the outside air temperature sensor learned values.
 
   Inspection
 
 
 
 NOTE: 
 Procedure 1 — Ambient Temperature below 21 °C (70 °F). 
 
 NOTE: 
 Proper A/C system diagnosis on a vehicle’s 
compressor is dependent on correct refrigerant system charge and tested 
in ambient temperatures above 21°C (70°F)...
   
 
   Removal
 NOTICE: 
 If installing a new A/C compressor due to an internal failure of the 
old unit, carry out the following procedures to remove contamination 
from the A/C system...
   
 
   Other information:
   Special Tool(s) /
 General Equipment
 
 Vehicle/Axle Stands
 
 
 
 Removal
 NOTICE:
 
 Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the 
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners 
may result in major service expense...
   
   NOTE: 
 Coolant temperature will vary with ambient temperature and load.
 Temperatures shown are for ambient temperature of 38° C (100° F). Red 
arrows indicate a temperature over 90° C (194° F), Orange arrows 
indicate a temperature of approximately 90° C (194° F), Blue arrows 
indicate a temperature below 90° C (194° F)...