Where is iat?

DaFordRanger · #1 03-09-2019, 07:56 AM

Hi guys

Need to replace the Intake Air Temperature sensor on my 2002 Ranger 2.3l engine.

I looked on line for a hint where it might be located,but it aint where they say it is.

Its not in air cleaner box or air duct. I know it must be on intake manifold but hoping I dont have to remove manifold to get at it.

The images on web are terrible. You cant see on most pics or I cant.

Any hints on where it would be located would be much appreciated

Dennis

Dirtman · #2 03-09-2019, 08:06 AM

There aint one. Well not as an individual sensor, it's integrated into the MAF sensor.

DaFordRanger · #3 03-09-2019, 08:16 AM

you sure about that? Ive seen pics with maf and sensor,my maf looks nothing like that.

I got a code the IAT sensor is bad.

Dirtman · #4 03-09-2019, 08:25 AM

Don't take my word for it... straight from the Ford service manual.

There is still separate codes for the IAT. Clean the maf and reset the code.

DaFordRanger · #5 03-09-2019, 08:31 AM

Im not saying its not on some models. Its just my MAF doesnt look anything like the MAF with sensor, I will try cleaning MAF and see if it helps any. Will let ya know

Appreciate your help

Dennis

Dirtman · #6 03-09-2019, 08:37 AM

If for some odd reason you have an older style MAF sensor then the IAT is on the intake tube. Snap a pic of the front of your engine.

DaFordRanger · #7 04-02-2019, 07:13 PM

Dirtman

It finally warmed up enough to take a good look at the :mystery sensor"
Have to apologize,you were correct the first time. It is combined with MAF sensor. Anyway I tried cleaning it resetting,but I didnt like the way it sounded..I had one from a couple yrs ago. I cleaned that one and installed it. Have bout 30 miles so far,no lite. At least I know it goes on again just have to replace MAF AGAIN!

Thanks for your help with this

Dennis