{"product_id":"standard-ignition-ax640-ambient-air-temperature-sensor","title":"Standard Ignition AX640 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAmbient Air Temperature Sensor for Ford Taurus\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition AX640 is an ambient air temperature sensor built for direct replacement service on select Ford Taurus models. It mounts in the grille area and uses a plug-in connector with a bracket for secure installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbient air temperature sensor for HVAC-related temperature input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, in grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-terminal design with female connector and male terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 connector, polygon connector shape, plug-in type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish with bolt-on attachment method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes sensor and mounting bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Ignition AX640 cross-references OE-style applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition AX640 is an ambient air temperature sensor used to report outside air temperature data to the vehicle’s HVAC and display systems. For Ford Taurus applications, the grille-mounted location helps the sensor read ambient conditions away from engine heat, supporting more accurate temperature input. This part cross-references Ford OE-style applications such as DG1Z12A647A for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part May Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect outside temperature display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature reading that stays fixed or changes erratically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC behavior affected by inaccurate ambient air data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor damage from grille-area exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFault codes related to ambient temperature input on Ford Taurus models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, in grille. Confirm the connector style, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. Inspect the bracket and surrounding grille area for damage, corrosion, or debris that could affect sensor placement. After installation, verify that the outside temperature display updates normally and that the sensor is seated securely in the bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition AX640 is built as a replacement ambient air temperature sensor for service applications requiring the correct connector, mounting style, and grille location. Standard Ignition part number AX640 is listed with interchange references including ATSA394, TS7673, and WT5985.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Standard Ignition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52816436560053,"sku":"FBHK-AX640","price":51.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/SI_AX640_Fro.jpg?v=1784357373","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/standard-ignition-ax640-ambient-air-temperature-sensor","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}