DTC Troubleshooting: B1232 (H)

DTC B1232 or DTC indicator H:
 A Short in the Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit
  1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and then ON (II).
  1. Do the self-diagnostic with the HDS or climate control unit.
  1. Check for DTCs.
Is DTC B1232 or H indicated?
YES -
Go to Step 5 .
NO -
Intermittent failure.■
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  1. Remove the evaporator temperature sensor and test it.
Is the evaporator temperature sensor OK?
YES -
Go to Step 7 .
NO -
Replace the evaporator temperature sensor.■
  1. Disconnect the climate control unit 32P connector.
  1. Check for continuity between body ground and the climate control unit 32P connector terminals No. 23 and No. 24 individually.
Is there continuity?
YES -
Repair short to body ground in the wire(s) between the climate control unit and the evaporator temperature sensor.■
NO -
Go to Step 9 .