Standard Ignition AX101 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor for Honda and Acura

Standard Ignition AX101 is an ambient air temperature sensor built for direct replacement in a wide range of Honda and Acura HVAC applications. It uses a 2-terminal, plug-in round connector design with a black finish and blade terminals for straightforward electrical connection.

Compatible With Honda CR-V, CR-Z, Fit, Insight, Ridgeline, Civic, Odyssey, Accord, Element, S2000, Accord Crosstour, and Acura RDX, TL, TSX, RL, and RSX applications. Standard Ignition AX101 is a practical choice when you need accurate outside air temperature input for HVAC system operation and display functions.

Key Features

• Ambient air temperature sensor for HVAC systems
• 2-terminal design with female connector and male blade terminals
• Round, plug-in connector for direct electrical connection
• Black sensor housing/finish
• Sensor only; wiring harness and mounting bracket are not included
• Fits a broad range of Honda and Acura models from 2000-2016

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition AX101 ambient air temperature sensor is used to provide outside air temperature data to the vehicle’s HVAC and display systems. This part number is listed for multiple Honda and Acura platforms, including 2008-2016 Honda CR-V, 2011-2016 Honda CR-Z, 2014-2015 Acura RDX, 2004-2014 Acura TL, and 2004-2014 Acura TSX with inside air temperature application notes. It also covers additional fitments such as Honda Civic, Odyssey, Ridgeline, Accord, Element, Insight, Fit, and Acura RL and RSX models.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 76014 and Dorman - OE Solutions 902-036 for the same application. Standard Ignition AX101 is a direct-fit replacement reference for buyers searching for an ambient air temperature sensor for Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, or Acura TSX HVAC repair.

What It Helps Fix

• Incorrect outside air temperature readings
• HVAC display temperature errors
• Faulty ambient temperature input to climate control systems
• Intermittent sensor signal issues at the connector
• Replacement needs after sensor damage or corrosion

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and vehicle application before installation. This sensor uses a plug-in round connector with 2 terminals, female connector gender, and male blade terminals. No wiring harness or mounting bracket is included, so reuse existing vehicle hardware where applicable. Confirm the fitment notes for models such as Acura TSX inside air temperature and Acura RDX sensor-only applications before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies replacement electrical and HVAC components for import and domestic vehicle service. AX101 is cataloged as an OE-style ambient air temperature sensor replacement for confirmed Honda and Acura applications.