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1998 FORD WINDSTAR
3.8L V6•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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P2216moderate severityPowertrain

Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance

on 1998 Ford Windstar 3.8L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The intake air temperature sensor reading is outside the expected range for current conditions. This can cause the computer to miscalculate air density and fuel delivery.

Symptoms

  • Poor fuel economy
  • Rough idle or hesitation
  • Check engine light on

Common causes

  • Faulty intake air temperature sensor
  • Corroded or loose sensor connector
  • Wiring damage in sensor circuit
  • Contamination on sensor element

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan and record freeze frame data
  2. Compare IAT reading to ambient temperature
  3. Inspect sensor wiring and connector
  4. Replace sensor if out of spec
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