Engine-Codes - Generic - P00AB

P00AB Code - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 2

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P00AB?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Intake Air Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 1 (IAT21)
  • Intake Air Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 1 harness is open or shorted
  • Intake Air Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 1 circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P00AB?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P00AB code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P00AB Code Mean?

The Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor is a thermistor device in which resistance changes with temperature. The resistance of a thermistor decreases as the temperature increases, and the resistance increases as the temperature decreases. The varying resistance affects the voltage drop across the sensor pins and provides electrical signals to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) corresponding to temperature.
Thermistor-type sensors are considered passive sensors. A passive sensor is connected to a voltage divider network so that varying the resistance of the passive sensor causes a variation in total current flow. The voltage that is dropped across a fixed resistor in a series with the sensor resistor determines the voltage signal at the PCM. This voltage signal is equal to the reference voltage minus the voltage drop across the fixed resistor.
The IAT sensor provides air temperature information to the PCM. The PCM uses the air temperature information as a correction factor in the calculation of fuel, spark, and airflow.
The IAT sensor provides a quicker temperature change response time than the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) or Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor.
Currently, there are 2 types of IAT sensors used, a stand-alone and an integrated type. Both types function the same, however, the integrated type is incorporated into the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, the Manifold Absolute Pressure and Temperature (MAPT) Sensor, or the Turbocharger Intake Pressure and Temperature (TCIPT) Sensor instead of being a stand-alone sensor.
The Intake Air Temperature 2 (IAT2) Sensor is typically located near the intake manifold and is used to measure the intake manifold temperature. The PCM uses this information to determine the air charge and provide input for various engine control functions. The IAT2 sensor may be integrated with the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor.
This Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is set when DTC P0111 is not present and the Intake Air Temperature Bank 2, Sensor 1 (IAT21) value does not correlate with the Intake Air Temperature Bank 1, Sensor 1 (IAT11) value at ignition ON after a calibrated soak period (typically 6 to 8 hours). This DTC also sets if the IAT21 sensor value exceeds the maximum calibrated temperature threshold while driving at a low load and a speed greater than 56 kMH (35 MPH).
P00AB Code - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 2

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Code P00AB Information for Specific Makes

  • P00AB Ford Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 2  📷
  • P00AB Lincoln Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Bank 2  📷

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