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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    •  Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provide an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC P0112: Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P0113: Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

High Resistance

Open

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

IAT Sensor Signal

P0112

P0113

P0113

P0113

--

Low Reference

--

P0113

P0113

P0113

--

Typical Scan Tool Data

IAT Sensor Temperature

Circuit

Normal Range

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

IAT Sensor Signal

-39 to +120°C (-38 to +248°F)

150°C (302°F)

-40°C (-40°F)

-40°C (-40°F)

Low Reference

--

--

-40°C (-40°F)

-40°C (-40°F)

Circuit/System Description

The intake air temperature (IAT) sensor is a variable resistor that measures the temperature of the air entering the engine. The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the IAT signal circuit and supplies a ground to the low reference circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0112

    • DTCs P0116, P0117, P0118, P0128, P0502, P0503 are not set.
    • The engine is running for more than 10 seconds.
    • The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is less than 150°C (302°F).
    • This DTC runs continuously within the enabling conditions.

P0113

    • DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0128, P0502, P0503 are not set.
    • The engine is running for more than 10 seconds.
    • The ECT is more than -40°C (-40°F).
    • The MAF Sensor parameter is more than 512 g/s.
    • This DTC runs continuously within the enabling conditions.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0112

The ECM detects that the IAT is more than 149°C (300°F) for more than 5 seconds.

P0113

The ECM detects that the IAT is less than -39°C (-38°F) for more than 5 seconds.

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.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Engine Controls Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions
    •  Scan Tool Output Controls

Circuit/System Verification

If the ignition has been OFF for 8 hours or more, the IAT and the ECT, should be within 15°C (27°F) of each other and also the ambient temperature. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF, and use a scan tool to observe the IAT and ECT parameters.

Circuit/System Testing

Important: All electrical components and accessories must be turned OFF and allowed to power down.

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the mass air flow (MAF)/IAT harness connector at the MAF/IAT sensor.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the low reference circuit and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  4. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool IAT Sensor parameter is less than -39°C (-38°F).
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  6. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and a good ground. Verify the scan tool IAT Sensor parameter is greater than 149°C (300°F).
  7. 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.
  8. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the MAF/IAT sensor.

Component Testing

Measure and record the resistance of the IAT sensor at various ambient temperatures, and then compare those measurements to the Temperature vs Resistance Table. Refer to Temperature Versus Resistance .

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Mass Airflow Sensor/Intake Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
    •  Control Module References for ECM replacement, programming, and setup.