B0333

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Open

Severity

✅ Low

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect temperature readings on the instrument panel
Climate control system malfunction
False readings on the multimedia system display

Causes

Broken wires to the temperature sensor
Ambient temperature sensor malfunction
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Short circuit in the sensor circuit

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the sensor
Check the contacts in the sensor connector
Replace ambient temperature sensor if necessary
Clean or replace connector if there is corrosion.

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