Kia Carens: Engine Control System / Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) Description and operation

Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) is included inside Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor and detects the intake air temperature.

To calculate precise air quantity, correction of the air temperature is needed because air density varies according to the temperature. So the ECM uses not only MAPS signal but also IATS signal. This sensor has a Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Thermister and it's resistance changes in reverse proportion to the temperature.

Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Connect the GDS on the Data Link Connector (DLC). 2. Measure the output voltage of the MAPS at idle and IG ON. ...

Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) Specifications

Specification Temperature Resistance (kΩ) °C °F -40 -40 40.93 ~ 48.35 ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: If the engine does not start

If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle/dual clutch transmission, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight. 3. Turn on the interio ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Noise and smoke

When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition of the air bag inflator. After the air bag inflates, you may feel substantial discomfort in breathing due to the contact of your chest ...