external temperature sensor showing --°C

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Model: C3 2002-2005, Original shape model
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hello

I have problem with displaying external temperature on display.

car is 2004 C2. It had only clock , no multifunction display. So I made a loom , installed multifunction display "B" , changed mirror for mirror with temperature sensor, configured via Lexia but display show only " --°C " , no values from sensor. is sensor faulty ? or I forgot to configure something?

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The external sensor goes straight to the BSI.
The sensor is just a resistor that changes it's value with temperature.
You could try shorting out the connections at the door loom connector or substituting a resistor value. It's about 4K Ohms. It might not read anything if you short it out, but I don't know.
If you get any kind of change in the display then you know the sensor is the problem. If you don't then its the wiring or the configuration.
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Zakk

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Posts: 2
Joined: Thu Feb 23, 2023 7:09 pm
Model: C3 2002-2005, Original shape model
Year: 2003 (03)
Engine Size: 1.6 (16v)
Fuel Type: Petrol
Mileage: 125000
Trim Level: Exclusive
Gearbox: Manual 5 speed
DPF: No
LHD or RHD: LHD (Europe)
Engine name: TU5 16-valve (110 PS)

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thanks, I will check the sensor , or will try another mirror with sensor
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