OBD Guide

P1533

A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of the air conditioner
  • The air conditioner turns off spontaneously
  • Evaporator freezing
  • Increased fan noise
  • Hot air from deflectors

Causes

  • Evaporator temperature sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Contact corrosion
  • Air conditioning control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the resistance of the evaporator temperature sensor
  2. Inspect the sensor circuit for damage
  3. Check the contacts in the sensor connector
  4. Test the air conditioner control unit
  5. If necessary, replace the evaporator temperature sensor

Related codes

Error P1533 by Vehicle Brand