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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 04:49 PM
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My HVAC panel indicates the outside temperature is 10 - 15 degrees warmer than actual outside temperature. Is there a way to reset the system, or has a sensor gone bad somewhere? If it is a sensor who knows where it is and how to replace it?
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 05:22 PM
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The sensor is probably bad. It's easy to get to behind the front bumper grille and about $15 brand new from Lexus.
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 05:28 PM
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Okay, thanks!
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Old Jan 31, 2014 | 02:45 PM
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Um, your not blocking off the radiator for recent cold weather use? Can affect sensor IME.
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Originally Posted by Briand_OH
Um, your not blocking off the radiator for recent cold weather use? Can affect sensor IME.
Nope, it doesn't get that cold here in PA. Good thought though.
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