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Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor

NOTE: On all models except Mirage 1.5L, IAT sensor is a part of volume airflow sensor assembly. On Mirage 1.5L, IAT is a separate unit.
  1. On Mirage 1.5L, disconnect IAT sensor connector and check resistance across IAT sensor terminals. On all other models, disconnect Volume Airflow (VAF) sensor connector. Check resistance between VAF sensor connector terminals No. 5 and 6. Compare air temperature and IAT sensor resistance value with standard values. See IAT SENSOR RESISTANCES  table.
  2. Using hair dryer, heat IAT sensor and check resistance. Resistance should decrease as IAT temperature increases.
IAT SENSOR RESISTANCES

Temperature - °F (°C) Ohms
32 (0) 5300-6700
68 (20) 2300-3000
104 (40) 1000-1500
176 (80) 300-420