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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FLEX AWD V6-3.5L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCABIN TEMPERATURE SENSOR / SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRAMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
2012 Ford Flex AWD V6-3.5L Turbo
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
2012 Ford Flex AWD V6-3.5L TurboSECTION Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the 2 front bumper cover bolts.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
2. Remove the 4 front bumper cover scrivets.
3. Working through the front bumper cover hood latch opening, detach the ambient temperature sensor pin-type retainer from the bumper beam.
4. Position the ambient air temperature sensor through the radiator grille opening to allow access to the electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor electrical connector and remove the ambient air temperature sensor.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.