OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

Causes, inspection steps and sources — a comprehensive DIY archive. Created and maintained with love for the detail. Good luck and have fun!

Powertrain generic / SAE

P00AE

Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent Bank 2

Intermittent signal from IAT sensor 1 on bank 2. The intake air temperature sensor feeds the ECM's density calculation — a drifted reading miscalculates fuel mass and pushes mixture lean (cold reading) or rich (hot reading).

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number– / AE

Possible causes

  • Connector loose or corroded high
  • Connector with intermittent contact under vibration low
  • Harness routed against vibrating component low

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 30–200 €
  • Estimated time: 0.3–1 h
  • Component: iat sensor 1
  • Component: sensor wiring
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • drive cycle required

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication