B0174

Output Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$22–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect operation of the climate control system
Incorrect air temperature readings on the display
Increased fuel consumption

Causes

Air temperature sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Malfunction of the climate control control unit

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
Check the resistance of the air temperature sensor
Clean the contacts of the sensor connector
Replace the air temperature sensor if necessary

Related codes

B0175 B0176 B0177