Air Temperature Sensor ( Ambient / Intake ): Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Fig.14 IAT Sensor Location - 2.4L:

The Intake Manifold Air Temperature (IAT) sensor is installed into the intake manifold plenum at the rear end of the intake manifold.
1. Disconnect electrical connector from IAT sensor.
2. Clean dirt from intake manifold at sensor base.

Fig.15 IAT Sensor Tab / O-Ring:

3. Gently lift on small plastic release tab and rotate sensor about 1/4 turn counterclockwise for removal.
4. Check condition of sensor O-ring.

INSTALLATION
The intake manifold air temperature (IAT) sensor is installed into the intake manifold plenum at the rear end of the intake manifold.
1. Check condition of sensor O-ring.
2. Clean sensor mounting hole in intake manifold.
3. Position sensor into intake manifold and rotate clockwise until past release tab.
4. Install electrical connector.