Medium severity
P007AFault in the Intake Air Temperature Sensor (Bank 1)
Part
Intake Air Temperature Sensor
Part price
$30
At a workshop
$55
You save
$25
How to read code P007A
P
System
Powertrain (engine and transmission)
0
Code type
Generic code (SAE / OBD-II)
0
Subsystem
General system / auxiliary measurement
7A
Fault number
Specific fault within the subsystem
Symptoms
- Decrease in engine power
- Increase in fuel consumption
- Black smoke from the exhaust during acceleration
Possible causes
- Damaged intake air temperature sensor
- Broken electrical connection or corroded terminals
- Engine control module issue
Diagnostic steps
- 1Check the connector and condition of the wires at the intercooler sensor
- 2Read the intake air temperature sensor values on a warmed-up engine using a diagnostic tool
- 3Measure the resistance of the sensor with a multimeter and compare with technical data
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Frequently asked questions about P007A
What does code P007A mean?
P007A: Fault in the Intake Air Temperature Sensor (Bank 1).
What are the symptoms of code P007A?
Decrease in engine power; Increase in fuel consumption; Black smoke from the exhaust during acceleration.
What causes code P007A?
Damaged intake air temperature sensor; Broken electrical connection or corroded terminals; Engine control module issue.
Can I drive with code P007A?
SAFE TO DRIVE – The fault does not immobilise the car, but diagnose it as soon as possible.
How much does it cost to fix code P007A?
The part (Intake Air Temperature Sensor) costs about $30, and a mechanic’s labour about $25.
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