Note. For circuit reference, see WIRING DIAGRAMS - 4.3L article.
Circuit Description
Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor is a thermistor. VCM applies and reads a 5-volt reference signal to sensor. When air is cold, sensor resistance is high and VCM will measure a high signal voltage. If air is warm, sensor resistance is low causing VCM to measure low voltage.
Conditions for setting DTC
- No ECT, VSS, MAF sensor DTCs not set.
- Vehicle speed less than 2 MPH.
- ECT greater than 183.2°F (84°C).
- IAT greater than -34.6°F (-37°C).
- Engine run time greater than 100 seconds.