2012 Jeep Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics

P0113-INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH

P0113-INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.


Theory of Operation

Intake Air Temperature Sensor performance looks at the outputs of three temperature sensors and compares them under cold start conditions. Following a start to run delay time, the outputs of the Ambient, Engine Coolant and Intake Air Temperature sensors will be compared. If the Engine Coolant and Ambient Air Temperature Sensors agree, and the Intake Air Temperature does not agree, the Intake Air Temperature Sensor is declared as irrational. If declared irrational a second comparison will be done after a short drive cycle.


POSSIBLE CAUSES

(K21) IAT SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
(K21) IAT SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN
(K900) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure).


1. DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IS ACTIVE


1. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.

WARNING:

When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

2. Using the scan tool, select View DTCs.


Is the status Active for this DTC?

Yes


No


2. (K21) IAT SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE



1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor harness connector.
3. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connectors.
4. Turn the ignition on.
5. Measure the voltage of the (K21) IAT Signal circuit in the IAT Sensor harness connector.


Is there any voltage present?

Yes


No


3. (K21) IAT SIGNAL OPEN



1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Measure the resistance of the (K21) IAT Signal circuit between the IAT Sensor harness connector and the PCM C2 harness connector.


Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

Yes


No


4. (K900) SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE


1. Measure the resistance of the (K900) Sensor Ground circuit between the IAT Sensor harness connector and the PCM C2 harness connector.


Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

Yes


No


5. INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR



1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Connect the PCM C2 harness connectors.
3. Connect a jumper wire between the (K21) IAT Signal circuit and the (K900) Sensor Ground in the IAT Sensor harness connector.
4. Turn the ignition on.
5. Using the scan tool, read the IAT Sensor signal voltage.


Is the voltage below 1.0 Volt with the jumper wire in place?

Yes


No


6. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)


1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Intake Air Temperature Sensor and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
4. Monitor the scan tool data relative to this circuit and wiggle test the wiring and connectors.
5. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test.
6. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.


Were any problems found?

Yes


No