Powertrain Controls - ECM/PCM

Code 25 Chart:

Wiring Diagram:

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION:

The Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor uses a thermistor to control the signal voltage to the Electronic Control Module (ECM). The ECM applies a voltage (4-6) on CKT 472 to the sensor. When intake 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.

NOTE: Because of all the possible color code combinations used on electrical wiring diagrams, always refer to ECM CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION under ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAMS for correct color code identification of circuit.

TEST DESCRIPTION: Numbers below refer to circled numbers on the diagnostic chart.

1. Code 25 will set if:

^ Signal voltage indicates an intake air temperature greater than 150~C (302~F) for 12 seconds.
^ Time since engine start is 4 minutes or longer.
^ 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. Carefully check harness and connections for possible short to ground in CKT 472. The IAT sensor is located on the underside of the plenum. Refer to TESTING PROCEDURES/DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM/INTERMITTENTS.