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Where is ambient temperature sensor?

Updated: 10/26/2022
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The ambient temp sensor location is different from car to car based on Make Model year and engine.

This sensor is located to measure the air temperature so the engine injection, anti-lock brakes, transmission shift and safety features all work.

On most Pontiac Fieros this sensor is mounted on the air cleaner and is called the "intake air temp sensor"

On many Dodge pick up trucks it is mounted in front of the radiator.

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