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P0070-15Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short To Battery Or Open
P0070-11Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short To Ground
P0070allow the sensor to updateproperly by driving the vehicle at highway speeds (above 20 MPH) for several miles (15minutes)
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21Original wording in English
RAM
2024-2025 DT with DTC P0070 OR P0073 If Mirror Ambient Temperature Sensor (AATS) isnot reading temp correctly or setting DTC P0073, P0070 - allow the sensor to updateproperly by driving the vehicle at highway speeds (above 20 MPH) for several miles (15minutes). This ensures sufficient airflow and temperature sampling for accurat…
CHRYSLER
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor 2023-24MY RU Ambient Air Temperature Sensor not reading temp correctly or setting DTC P0073, P0070-15. Before ordering a new sensor, make sure to disconnect and connect sensor and drive vehicle for 5 minutes above 15 mph. Make sure there is no water into the sensor or harness connector. Please cont…
CHRYSLER
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated. U11E9 Lost Communication With AGS. Ambient Air Temp Incorrectly Displayed. P0070 And P0073 Set for Ambient Air Temp Senso
CHRYSLER, DODGE
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated. U11E9 Lost Communication With AGS. Ambient Air Temp Incorrectly Displayed. P0070 And P0073 Set For Ambient Air Temp Sensor
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146A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
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Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
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