Outside ambient air temperature sensor
dragonrider99
07-20-2011, 10:44 AM
2011 Impala LT
Outside air temp reading only changes sporadically and I would like to replace it. I understand that it is behind the grill with a 2-wire cable going to it. My problem is that I can't find the correct part number for this. Even a call to the dealer brought no results, which I find very peculiar. As you probably know, an incorrect reading of the sensor affects the proper operation of the a/c and heater. This is especially noticeable when using the remote start.
Can anyone help?
Outside air temp reading only changes sporadically and I would like to replace it. I understand that it is behind the grill with a 2-wire cable going to it. My problem is that I can't find the correct part number for this. Even a call to the dealer brought no results, which I find very peculiar. As you probably know, an incorrect reading of the sensor affects the proper operation of the a/c and heater. This is especially noticeable when using the remote start.
Can anyone help?
GMCustomerService
07-20-2011, 04:40 PM
I believe that the part number that you are looking for is 25775833. Please feel free to keep me posted regarding the fix. Thank you.
Tricia, GM Customer Service.
Tricia, GM Customer Service.
danielsatur
07-20-2011, 10:04 PM
Doesn't this car have a warrenty?
dragonrider99
07-21-2011, 10:49 AM
Thank you Tricia. I have verified that part number and it is the correct one. It turns out that it is used on 2006-2012 models. I purchased it yesterday for $7.14 after getting your response and installed it in less than 5 minutes. Working great now.
As far as the warranty question... No :(
This vehicle has a reconstructed title. Actually, it is pretty weird. The car had approximately $5k in damage to the front end (mostly bumper, headlights, grill, 1 quarter panel, etc.) No frame damage at all (I have the actual autobody repair paperwork and pictures of the damage). Somehow, the dealer was able to have it "Totalled" and I ended up buying it from another dealer that specializes in this type of vehicle. Basically I got a $25k car for $14k. I drive my cars into the ground so I plan on having this one for many, many years.
As far as the warranty question... No :(
This vehicle has a reconstructed title. Actually, it is pretty weird. The car had approximately $5k in damage to the front end (mostly bumper, headlights, grill, 1 quarter panel, etc.) No frame damage at all (I have the actual autobody repair paperwork and pictures of the damage). Somehow, the dealer was able to have it "Totalled" and I ended up buying it from another dealer that specializes in this type of vehicle. Basically I got a $25k car for $14k. I drive my cars into the ground so I plan on having this one for many, many years.
danielsatur
07-22-2011, 08:49 AM
It sounds like it was your Gain, he just wanted to write it off,
the insurance covered the loss.
the insurance covered the loss.
vettecraze
11-28-2012, 01:18 PM
hi,i have a 2011 impala lt, when the outdoor temperature is 54 degrees the heat comes on but when the temperature is 55 the ac comes on,only when remote start is used.can i change the outside temperature sensor to raise the heat temp ,i hope i explaned this so everyone can understand than you ,vettecraze
Tech II
11-28-2012, 03:20 PM
Under 36K miles? Then should be under warranty....
I believe if you set the temp to high heat, before you shut the car off, the heat will come on high when you use the remote start.....
I believe if you set the temp to high heat, before you shut the car off, the heat will come on high when you use the remote start.....
vettecraze
11-29-2012, 02:31 AM
Under 36K miles? Then should be under warranty....
I believe if you set the temp to high heat, before you shut the car off, the heat will come on high when you use the remote start.....
yes under warranty but gm says it is the way it is cannot change it.they all agree when it's 55 outside would you want the ac to be on with remote start.,my dealer gave me a memo with it saying "48 degrees an under heat will come on,48 to 82 the ac comes on "ps thisheat an ac is automatic when used with the remote start. vettecraze.
I believe if you set the temp to high heat, before you shut the car off, the heat will come on high when you use the remote start.....
yes under warranty but gm says it is the way it is cannot change it.they all agree when it's 55 outside would you want the ac to be on with remote start.,my dealer gave me a memo with it saying "48 degrees an under heat will come on,48 to 82 the ac comes on "ps thisheat an ac is automatic when used with the remote start. vettecraze.
Tech II
11-29-2012, 10:29 PM
Did you try MANUALLY setting the temp to max(90), before shutting the car off?
Then use remote start and see what the temp is....
Then use remote start and see what the temp is....
vettecraze
12-03-2012, 08:36 PM
Did you try MANUALLY setting the temp to max(90), before shutting the car off?
Then use remote start and see what the temp is....
i tried that. when you use the remote start nothing works in the car until you turn the key to run,when the key is turned on then all the lights an heater will run.the tempurture sensor is the key to this. thank you,vettecraze
Then use remote start and see what the temp is....
i tried that. when you use the remote start nothing works in the car until you turn the key to run,when the key is turned on then all the lights an heater will run.the tempurture sensor is the key to this. thank you,vettecraze
cope42
01-06-2013, 03:56 PM
Thank you Tricia. I have verified that part number and it is the correct one. It turns out that it is used on 2006-2012 models. I purchased it yesterday for $7.14 after getting your response and installed it in less than 5 minutes. Working great now.
As far as the warranty question... No :(
This vehicle has a reconstructed title. Actually, it is pretty weird. The car had approximately $5k in damage to the front end (mostly bumper, headlights, grill, 1 quarter panel, etc.) No frame damage at all (I have the actual autobody repair paperwork and pictures of the damage). Somehow, the dealer was able to have it "Totalled" and I ended up buying it from another dealer that specializes in this type of vehicle. Basically I got a $25k car for $14k. I drive my cars into the ground so I plan on having this one for many, many years. you got a good one that rebuilt title dont hurt it even though i dont one with a rebuilt title i do have an 05 with 189,000 on an still going strong ....... good luck with yours :cool:
As far as the warranty question... No :(
This vehicle has a reconstructed title. Actually, it is pretty weird. The car had approximately $5k in damage to the front end (mostly bumper, headlights, grill, 1 quarter panel, etc.) No frame damage at all (I have the actual autobody repair paperwork and pictures of the damage). Somehow, the dealer was able to have it "Totalled" and I ended up buying it from another dealer that specializes in this type of vehicle. Basically I got a $25k car for $14k. I drive my cars into the ground so I plan on having this one for many, many years. you got a good one that rebuilt title dont hurt it even though i dont one with a rebuilt title i do have an 05 with 189,000 on an still going strong ....... good luck with yours :cool:
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