Circuit Description
The intake air temperature (IAT) sensor is a variable resistor. The IAT sensor has a signal circuit and a low reference circuit. The IAT sensor measures the temperature of the air entering the engine. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies 5 volts to the IAT signal circuit and a ground for the IAT low reference circuit. When the IAT sensor is cold, the sensor resistance is high. When the air temperature increases, the sensor resistance decreases. With high sensor resistance, the PCM detects a high voltage on the IAT signal circuit. With lower sensor resistance, the PCM detects a lower voltage on the IAT signal circuit. If the PCM detects an intermittent high IAT signal voltage, indicating a low temperature, DTC P1111 sets .
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P1111 Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit Intermittent High Voltage
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0113 are not set. |
| • | The engine run time is more than 120 seconds. |
| • | The ECT sensor parameter is more than 60°C (140°F). |
| • | The vehicle speed is less than 11 km/h (7 mph). |
| • | The mass air flow is less than 15 g/s. |
| • | DTC P1111 runs continuously when the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects that the IAT sensor parameter is less than -38°C (-36°F) intermittently for a calibrated amount of time.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The control module stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate. |
| • | The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure Records. |
| • | The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes. |
| • | A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic. |
| • | Clear the DTC with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | An IAT sensor or PCM which is intermittently shorted, open, or skewed is possible, yet very unlikely. |
| • | A skewed sensor could result in poor driveability conditions. |
| • | If an intermittent condition is suspected, refer to Intermittent Conditions . |
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
2 | Observe the DTC Information with a scan tool. Is DTC P0113 set? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4 |
4 | Test the IAT signal circuit between the IAT sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) for an intermittent open. Refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions , Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Test the IAT signal circuit between the IAT sensor and the PCM for an intermittent short to voltage. Refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions , Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Test the low reference circuit for an intermittent open. Refer to Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions , Circuit Testing , and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
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Did the DTC fail this ignition? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 9 |
9 | Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information | System OK |
