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

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected or reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relearns its fuel trim. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the fuel trim.

2. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor.
3. Turn IAT sensor 90 degrees counterclockwise and remove from air cleaner cover.
4. Inspect IAT sensor O-ring for damage or deterioration and replace as necessary.
5. To install, reverse Removal procedure.