Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor

1995 Mazda B3000 SE, 2D Pickup Extra Cab, AutomaticSECTION Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor

Locate sensor on top left side of engine, near idle air by-pass valve. With sensor disconnected, measure resistance between sensor terminals. See IAT SENSOR RESISTANCE  table. Replace sensor as necessary.

IAT SENSOR RESISTANCE

Temperature Ohms
50°F (10°C) 59,175
68°F (20°C) 37,387
86°F (30°C) 24,215
104°F (40°C) 16,043
122°F (50°C) 10,850
140°F (60°C) 7,487
158°F (70°C) 5,268
176°F (80°C) 377
194°F (90°C) 275
RENDER: 1.0x

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