Kicks outside temperature sensor issues

My 2020 Nissan Kicks with a gasoline engine is acting up. The outside temperature sensor seems faulty. I'm getting an error, the AC won't turn on, the spray nozzles froze, and the mirror heating is dead. Mileage is at 95114 km. Could it be a cable or plug issue, and has anyone else dealt with this sensor?

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I have a Kicks too, and I had similar issues last year – AC dead, frozen washer jets even when it wasn't that cold. I'm no expert, but did you check the sensor itself for damage? Where is it located?

Good call! I haven't inspected the sensor yet, but I will tomorrow. Where is it exactly? Is it easy to reach, or will I need to squeeze into weird positions?

I never actually found it myself. I ended up taking it to a workshop. They confirmed it was the outside temperature sensor. I'd suggest you take it in. You could probably replace it yourself, but with all the electronics now, I'm too afraid of messing something up. Good luck!

Appreciate the honesty! I was hoping to avoid a shop visit, but you're probably right. I'll book it in. The sensor replacement plus labor is around 95€. Thanks for confirming it wasn't just me!

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