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Battery Temperature Sensor: Description

The IAT sensor attaches to the intake air duct (Fig 1 ).

The IAT Sensor is a Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Sensor that provides information to the PCM regarding the temperature of the air entering the intake manifold. The PCM sends 5 volts to the sensor and is grounded through the sensor return line. As temperature increases, resistance in the sensor decreases.

Fig 1: Identifying Inlet Air Temperature Sensor
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