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Old 03-02-2012, 12:49 PM #1
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Outside temp gauge not reading right
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My 2002 sr5 has the outside temp/compass on rear view mirror and the temp reading is way off. The compass works fine but about a year ago we had a freeze and the temp started posting numbers that are about 10-40 degrees off. Can anyone tell me where the sensor is located and if I should replace it or try cleaning it? Thanks in advance
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somewhere in the front grill area, I think. Sorry I know thats not very helpful, but I have zero hands on experience with the temp gauge but have read a little about it. (my '96 doesn't have it)
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you have an after market mirror if not mistaken. Type "mirror temp sensor" in the top google search bar right up there ^^ and see if anything pops up. Im sure you can find someone with the same mirror and maybe they have some detailed pics
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look on the back side of the plastic lower valance. In the center you should find a wire going to an odd looking plastic thing clipped to the plastic. I know not very descriptive but if you look around you will find it. No idea if there is any way to calibrate the temp though.
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