The external or ambient temperature sensor measures outside temperature, this information is useful to the automatic ventilation system or air conditioning located on the front bumper.

If you’ve ever looked at your car’s outside temperature display while idling in traffic on a nice summer day, you've probably noticed the display can vary quite a bit from reality. As ...

Here's why your car's temperature sensor is probably wrong about how hot it is outside It’s not uncommon for vehicles to display inaccurate temperatures on the dashboard.

And vice versa, If the outside temperature is 45 and you want it to be 72 in the car, it has to blast the heat for a while. Well, it sounds to me like your outside temperature sensor went rogue.

A temperature sensor that is sending the wrong information to the car's computer can cause all sorts of mayhem, but it's worth checking the sensor for correct operation before spending money on a ...

If your vehicle has an outdoor temperature reading, it's likely wrong. How many times have you looked down and snapped a photo of the reading during hot weather? Odds are it says something closer ...

Automakers and others are creating ways to keep car sensors clean and cameras clear—and you safe. Consumer Reports looks at the steps they are taking.