Thread: IAT sensor bypass???

I want to bypass my IAT sensor. Does anyone know if i can install a resistor for this? Ive been searching all morning and cant find anything. thanks

It doesn't do anything, you could simply unplug it or tuck the sensor away.

I have to disagree....

The sensor does make a difference if you are running a CAI. It wont do much if you have a short ram.

When i installed my CAI i did not put the sensor into the intake. My AFR's were going crazy. The sensor has done it again and i can not get any stable AFR's when im under 40% throttle. They are jumping about 2.3 values when cruzing and my timing is not what is causing this. Ive eliminated it down to the IAT sensor. I would rather bypass it then replace it.

What vehicle? If it's something newer than a 91-98 SR equipped Nissan, I'd hear you out.

A conversation I had with Calum a couple years ago echoed my comment above. It has nothing to do with the way the vehicle runs. You don't have to take my word for it, though.

Cliff is right, the iat does not affect the way the motor runs at all. Ive had mine hanging in my engine bay for over 5 years, had it unplugged for the past 2 years because it broke, just dealing with the CEL. No problems whatsoever, solid afr's.

x3. It's for diagnostics only, it is not used to run the engine in any way.

Do yourself a favor and drill a hole and plug it in. If it's a WAI drill a hole into the top of the air filter and plug it in. It's really not going to make all the difference than you think.

Same as above... I have had mine hanging though the stock hole in the engine bay for 10 years with no notice.