Circuit Description
The sun load sensor is a light sensitive photodiode that controls the signal voltage to the heater and A/C programmer. This photodiode is different from the standard thermistor sensors. The resistance measurements will not produce accurate results. The heater and A/C programmer monitors the voltage on CKT 590 to the sensor. When the sensor is in direct light, the heater and A/C programmer reads a low signal voltage at pin C7. As the sensor becomes shaded, the signal voltage increases. The signal voltage varies between 5 V (open circuit) and 0 V (short circuit).
Conditions for Running the DTC
Turn the ignition to the ON position.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
A substitute temperature reading of 250 counts is implemented in order to continue the operation of the system. There will be no automatic compensation due to sunload.
Notes On Intermittence
If an intermittent DTC B1319 is set, use a Scan Tool in order to select the following settings:
| • | Data list |
| • | Open/shorts data |
| • | Observe the reading |
Manipulate the wiring while observing the Scan Tool . If a failure is induced, the reading will jump. Inspect for the following conditions:
| • | Faulty terminal contact |
| • | An obstructed or defective sensor |
Test Description
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Perform the Diagnostic System Check before continuing with the diagnosis of this DTC.
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The Scan Tool displays the sun load sensor reading. Jumping the harness connector determines if the wiring or the sensor is the cause.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check | |
Did the DTC change from B1319 to B1318? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 | |
3 |
Did the test lamp light? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
4 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Diagnostic System Check | -- |
5 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Diagnostic System Check | -- |
6 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | Go to Diagnostic System Check | -- |
