Diagnostics

P0113: IAT Sensor High Input — What It Means

2/15/2026
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P0113: IAT Sensor High Input — What It Means — Diagnostics guide

Key Takeaway

P0113 = IAT sensor reading too high. Usually a wiring or sensor issue.

What P0113 Means

The Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor measures the temperature of air entering the engine. P0113 means the sensor reading is above the expected maximum.

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P0113: IAT Sensor High Input — What It MeansDiagnostics diagnostic guide

Common Causes

CauseFixCost
Open circuit in IAT wiringRepair wires$50 – $150
Disconnected IAT connectorReconnect$0
Failed IAT sensorReplace$20 – $50
Corrosion on connector pinsClean pins$0
IAT integrated into MAF (failed MAF)Replace MAF$100 – $400

Note

Many modern vehicles integrate the IAT sensor into the MAF sensor housing. If P0113 appears with P0101/P0102, the MAF unit may need replacement.

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