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2016 CHRYSLER 300

6.4L V8 SRTRWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0070low severityPowertrain

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit

on 2016 Chrysler 300 6.4L V8 SRT · RWD

What this code means

The PCM detected a malfunction in the ambient air temperature sensor circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Incorrect climate control operation
  • Incorrect outside temp display

Common causes

  • Faulty ambient temp sensor
  • Wiring damage
  • Sensor location issue (heat soak)

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor resistance across temperature range
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check sensor mounting location

Repair notes

Replace ambient air temperature sensor.

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