P0127: Intake Air Temperature Too High

2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.0 3, StandardSECTION P0127: Intake Air Temperature Too High
P0127 - INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH

Description:  Indicates that the IAT2 sensor has detected a potential abnormality in the intercooler system. This condition will cause the boost from the supercharger to be bypassed to avoid potential engine damage.
Possible Causes: 
  • Blockage of heat exchangers.
  • Low fluid level.
  • Fluid leakage.
  • Intercooler pump or relay failure.
  • Crossed intercooler coolant lines.
Diagnostic Aids:  Monitor IAT2 PID. Typical IAT2 temperature should be greater than IAT1. REFER to REFERENCE VALUES - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DU: INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE 2 SENSOR Step 7.
RENDER: 1.0x

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