Monitor Scan Tool Data

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Kia Spectra5 and 2007 Kia Spectra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Ignition "ON" and Engine "OFF".
Disconnect IAT sensor connector.
Connect scan tool and monitor the "INT.AIR TEMP. SNSR (V)" parameter on the scan tool data list.
Specification : Approx. 5V

Fig 1: Monitor Scan Tool Data - INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
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Is displayed IAT data near the specified value?
YES
- Possibility of sensor malfunction. go to "COMPONENT INSPECTION " procedure.
NO
- Possibility of signal circuit short to ground. Go to next step as below.