Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Series and Bronco Vehicles Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor

 

Gasoline Engines

Removal

  1. Disconnect battery negative cable.

  1. Disconnect wire harness from intake air temperature sensor (IAT sensor) (12A697).

  1. Remove intake air temperature sensor from intake manifold (9424) (MFI engines) or from air cleaner/tube (SFI engines).

Installation

  1. Follow removal procedures in reverse order.

  1. Tighten intake air temperature sensor to 16-24 Nm (12-15 lb-ft) on MFI engines (SFI is a plastic twist-lock part).



    Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor — Gasoline Engines





    ItemPart NumberDescription
    112A697Intake Air Temperature Sensor
    29K461Lower Intake Manifold
    39661Engine Air Cleaner Cover
 

Diesel Engine

Removal

  1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

  1. Disconnect wire harness from intake air temperature sensor (IAT sensor).

  1. Remove intake air temperature sensor from air cleaner housing.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse removal procedures.

  1. Tighten intake air temperature sensor to 16-24 Nm (12-15 lb-in).