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Chart - Code 25 Manifold Air Temperature (Signal Voltage Low):




MAT Sensor Circuit:






CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION:
The Manifold Air Temperature (MAT) Sensor uses a thermistor to control the signal voltage to the Electronic Control Module (ECM). The ECM applies a voltage (about 5 volts) on CKT 472 to the sensor. When manifold air is cold, the sensor (Thermistor) resistance is high, therefore, the ECM will see a high signal voltage. As the air warms, the sensor resistance becomes less, and the voltage drops. The MAT Sensor is part of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor assembly so the ECM can accurately compensate air flow readings based on temperature,

TEST DESCRIPTION:
Numbers below refer to circled numbers on the diagnostic chart.
1. Code 25 will set if:
- Signal voltage indicates a manifold air temperature greater than 145°C (293°F) for 1 second.
- A vehicle speed is present.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS:
A "Scan" tool reads temperature of the air entering the engine and should read close to ambient air temperature, when engine is cold, and rises as underhood temperature increases. A faulty connection, or an open in CKT 472 or 452 will result in a Code 23. See "DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOMS -INTERMITTENT CONDITION DIAGNOSIS." - Intermittent Malfunctions