Standard Ignition S2356 Cabin Air Temperature Sensor Connector

Cabin Air Temperature Sensor Connector for OE Repair

Standard Ignition S2356 is a direct replacement cabin air temperature sensor connector for HVAC electrical repairs. It is built for vehicles that need a damaged connector replaced without replacing the full harness, helping restore a secure electrical connection in the climate control system.

Compatible with select Cadillac CTS, Cadillac STS, Cadillac SRX, Pontiac Vibe, Pontiac G8, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, Toyota Celica, Toyota Tundra, Lexus IS300, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Supra, Toyota T100, Toyota MR2, Toyota MR2 Spyder, Lexus SC300, Geo Prizm, and Chevrolet Prizm applications. Standard Ignition S2356 is also cross-referenced to 1P2353 for the same application.

Key Features

• Direct replacement cabin air temperature sensor connector
• Male connector with rectangular housing
• 2 female blade terminals for a 2-wire circuit
• Polyamide resin housing for durability in harsh environments
• Terminals made with copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze materials
• Heat shrink butt connectors included for electrical repair work

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition S2356 is an OE-style HVAC electrical connector used to repair a damaged cabin air temperature sensor connection. The connector is designed to replace only the failed plug, which supports a more targeted repair on vehicles such as the Toyota Corolla, Toyota Tacoma, and Cadillac CTS. Its materials are selected for long service life and stable performance in demanding under-dash and climate-control environments.

This part number, S2356, is a practical choice when the original connector body, terminals, or wire ends are worn, heat-damaged, or broken. It supports a clean electrical interface for the cabin air temperature sensor circuit and helps maintain proper HVAC signal transfer.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or cracked cabin air temperature sensor connector housing
• Corroded or heat-damaged terminal contacts
• Intermittent HVAC temperature sensor signal
• Loose or unreliable electrical connection at the sensor plug
• Connector damage from age, vibration, or prior repair work

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal style, and wire count before installation. Match the existing harness side to the male rectangular connector design and confirm the 2-wire layout. Use proper electrical repair practices when splicing and sealing the connection, and inspect the sensor and surrounding harness for heat damage or corrosion before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition uses high-grade connector materials, including copper alloy, brass, phosphor bronze, and polyamide resin, to support dependable performance in automotive HVAC service. S2356 is engineered as a direct replacement connector for repair-focused applications.