Intake air temperature sensor 1 circuit high input
The intake air temperature sensor 1 circuit signal is too high. On typical thermistor circuits, high voltage can be interpreted as very cold air, so this does not establish overheating. A disconnected connector or open circuit is one possible explanation, but the vehicle wiring must be checked.
Can I keep driving?
If the light is steady and the vehicle behaves normally, contact a shop for vehicle-specific urgency advice. If there is severe shaking, stalling, major power loss, a flashing light, smoke or a fuel smell, pull over safely and arrange assistance.
What does this code mean for your car?
The same code can need different checks depending on the model and engine. Enter your vehicle details to find relevant sources and checks.
Symptoms
- Check engine light without a noticeable driving change
- Hard starting or rough idle
- Hesitation or changed fuel economy
Possible causes
- 1Open signal wire or disconnected air temperature sensor connector
- 2Temperature sensor with an internal open circuit or excessive resistance
- 3Ground, signal or circuit supply fault depending on vehicle design
These possibilities are not ranked by frequency and do not diagnose your vehicle.
Checks you can safely do yourself
Safe checks only: engine off and cold, car on level ground.
- Save all codes and any freeze-frame data your scanner displays before clearing or repairs.
- After the vehicle has sat and the engine is cool, save the engine-off intake temperature reading if available on a scanner and compare broadly with ambient conditions; sunlight and retained engine heat affect it.
- With the vehicle parked and the engine off and cool, look at accessible wiring and connectors without disconnecting anything; photograph visible damage for the shop.
When you need a shop
Have the shop identify sensor 1 for this vehicle, compare readings at a known temperature, and test wiring and response against the manufacturer diagram and specifications. If it is integrated into the air flow meter, establish the fault before replacing the entire assembly.
How much does it cost?
A US repair estimate needs a diagnosis and a local shop quote.
We do not have a verified US repair quote for this fault. Request 2-3 itemized estimates after diagnosis; vehicle, parts and labor determine the cost.
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Investigate this code for my carFAQ
Can I keep driving with P0113?
If the light is steady and the vehicle behaves normally, contact a shop for vehicle-specific urgency advice. If there is severe shaking, stalling, major power loss, a flashing light, smoke or a fuel smell, pull over safely and arrange assistance.
What can cause this code?
Possibilities include open signal wire or disconnected air temperature sensor connector; temperature sensor with an internal open circuit or excessive resistance; ground, signal or circuit supply fault depending on vehicle design. The code does not rank causes or identify a part that must be replaced.
Does clearing the code fix the fault?
No. Clearing the code does not repair its cause or prove the fault is absent. It can erase diagnostic data and reset readiness monitors. Even if the code does not reappear immediately, the repair needs verification using the tests appropriate to the vehicle.
What if this code appears during a pre-purchase check?
Arrange an independent professional inspection before buying, including stored data, readiness status and written diagnostic findings. Have the shop identify sensor 1 for this vehicle, compare readings at a known temperature, and test wiring and response against the manufacturer diagram and specifications. If it is integrated into the air flow meter, establish the fault before replacing the entire assembly.
How much does repairing P0113 cost?
We do not have a verified US repair quote for this fault. Request 2-3 itemized estimates after diagnosis; vehicle, parts and labor determine the cost.