Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptors
DTC P0112: Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit Low VoltageDTC P0113: Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit High Voltage
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
IAT Sensor Signal | P0112 | P0113 | P0113* | -- |
Low Reference | -- | P0113 | P0113* | -- |
* Internal ECM or sensor damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+ | ||||
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open | Short to Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|
Operating Conditions: Engine operating in Closed Loop. Parameter Normal Range: -39 to +140°C (-38 to +284°F) Varies with ambient temperature. | |||
IAT Sensor Signal | 140°C (284°F) | -40°C (-40°F) | -40°C (-40°F)* |
Low Reference | -- | -40°C (-40°F) | -40°C (-40°F)* |
* Internal ECM or sensor damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+ | |||
Circuit Description
The intake air temperature (IAT) sensor is a variable resistor that measures the temperature of the intake air. The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the IAT signal circuit and supplies a ground to the low reference circuit.
The following table illustrates the difference between temperature, resistance, and voltage:
IAT | IAT Resistance | IAT Signal Voltage |
|---|---|---|
Cold | High | High |
Warm | Low | Low |
Conditions for Running the DTC
P0112 and P0113
| • | The engine run time is greater than 4 minutes. |
| • | Fuel cut-off is inactive |
| • | The DTCs runs continuously once the above conditions are met. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
P0112
The ECM detects that the intake air temperature is greater than 133°C (272°F).
P0113
The ECM detects that the intake air temperature is less than -36°C (-34°F).
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTCs P0112 and P0113 are Type B DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTCs P0112 and P0113 are Type B DTCs.
Diagnostic Aids
| • | If the vehicle has sat overnight, the IAT sensor and the ECT sensor values should display within 3°C (5°F). |
| • | High resistance on either the IAT sensor signal circuit or the IAT sensor low reference circuit could set a DTC. |
| • | Use the J 35616 Connector Test Adapter Kit for any test that requires probing the underhood fuse block terminals, component wire harness terminals, or the ECM wire harness connector terminals. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Engine running, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTCs P0112 or P0113 should not set.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, and the MAIN fuse removed, disconnect the harness connector at the IAT sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.
- Install the MAIN fuse. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool IAT sensor parameter is at -40°C (-40°F).
- Ignition ON, install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 2 and the low reference circuit terminal 1. Verify the scan tool IAT sensor parameter is greater than 133°C (272°F).
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the IAT sensor.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
Important: If the signal circuit of the IAT sensor is shorted to voltage the IAT sensor may be damaged.
| ⇒ | If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
Component Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the IAT sensor.
- Test the IAT sensor by varying the sensor temperature while observing the sensor resistance. Compare the readings with the Temperature Versus Resistance table and verify the resistance is within 5 percent of the specification.
Important: A thermometer can be used to test the sensor off the vehicle.
| ⇒ | If not within the specified range, replace the IAT sensor. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
| • | Control Module References for engine control module replacement, setup, and programming. |
