P00ED: Intake Air Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Bank 2

What it means

A general circuit fault is detected for intake air temperature sensor 3 on bank 2.

At a glance

• Usually lights the check-engine light
• Affects emissions; the car can fail an emissions test

How it works

Intake air temperature sensor 3 on bank 2 measures incoming air temperature for the engine control module. This code indicates a general electrical fault in the bank 2 sensor 3 circuit, which can result from a failed sensor, an open circuit, a short, or poor connector contact.

Common causes

Most likely first.

1. Failed intake air temperature sensor 3
2. Damaged wiring or poor connector contact
3. Open or short in the sensor circuit

Symptoms

• Check-engine light on
• Reduced engine performance or power
• Poor fuel economy

How to diagnose it

1. Save freeze-frame data and compare bank 2 sensor 3 live data with other intake temperature readings to see whether it is fixed, implausible, or missing.
2. Locate the bank 2 sensor 3 using the vehicle service information and inspect its connector and wiring for damage, corrosion, or poor seating.
3. Check the sensor circuit for opens and shorts using the wiring diagram and the manufacturer's test procedure.
4. Verify connector terminal contact and the circuit's supply and ground where applicable to the vehicle design.
5. Test the bank 2 sensor 3 itself against the manufacturer's specification before deciding whether the sensor or wiring is at fault.

Common fixes

• Reconnect or repair poor contact at the bank 2 sensor 3 connector.
• Repair damaged wiring or an open or short in the sensor circuit.
• Replace intake air temperature sensor 3 on bank 2 if it fails the specified test.

Can I keep driving?

A short, gentle drive is generally reasonable if the engine runs normally, but avoid heavy loads if power is reduced. The faulty bank 2 temperature input can affect engine performance and fuel economy; stop if the engine runs roughly or loses substantial power.