Intake Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Intermittent/Erratic Bank 1
Intermittent signal from IAT sensor 3 on bank 1. The intake air temperature sensor feeds the ECM's density calculation — a drifted reading miscalculates fuel mass and pushes mixture lean (cold reading) or rich (hot reading).
Affected components
- Iat sensor 3
- Sensor wiring
Common causes
- High likelihood: Connector loose or corroded
- Low likelihood: Connector with intermittent contact under vibration
- Low likelihood: Harness routed against vibrating component
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
- This code can affect emissions
- A drive cycle may be required after repair
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Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.