Engine-Codes - Generic - B0510

B0510 Code - Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC B0510?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Output Air Temperature Sensor 3
  • Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 harness is open or shorted
  • Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Module
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How to Fix the DTC B0510?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the B0510 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the B0510 Code Mean?

Air temperature sensors allow the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Module to monitor the discharge duct air, outside air and inside air temperatures. The HVAC control module provides ground to the air temperature sensor through the low reference circuit. The HVAC control module monitors the voltage drop across the air temperature sensor thermistor by supplying a 5 volt reference to the signal circuit of the air temperature sensor for automatic control calculations. When the air temperatures are cold, the resistances of the sensors are high and the voltage signals are high. When the air temperatures are hot, the resistances of the sensors are low and the voltage signals are low. The HVAC control module can read voltage values and count values where 1 volt is approximately equal to 51 counts.

B0510 Code - Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance

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Code B0510 Information for Specific Makes

  • B0510 Buick Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance
  • B0510 Cadillac Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance
  • B0510 Chevrolet Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance
  • B0510 GMC Output Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Range/Performance

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