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P0070 Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 variants)

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation + 1 manufacturer-specific in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:Ford

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation

P0070
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Generic · engine Data confidence 90%

The control module detected improper operation of the Ambient Air Temperature circuit.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • outside air temperature sensor
  • ECM

Manufacturer-specific interpretations

Ford

4 interpretations
P0070:16
AAT Sensor Circuit Low Ford · engine Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0070:16 (circuit voltage below threshold) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as aat sensor circuit low. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check power supplies and grounds
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0070:17
AAT Sensor Circuit High Ford · engine Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0070:17 (circuit voltage above threshold) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as aat sensor circuit high. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check power supplies and grounds
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0070:24
Out of Range High Ford · engine Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0070:24 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as out of range high. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0070:64
AAT Sensor Signal Plausibility Failure Ford · engine Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0070:64 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as aat sensor signal plausibility failure. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years

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How to read P0070

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

070

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0070

What does P0070 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 variants). The control module detected improper operation of the Ambient Air Temperature circuit.

Is P0070 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0070 exists both as a generic OBD-II code (same meaning on every make) and with 1 manufacturer-specific interpretation(s): Ford. Always read it in the context of your vehicle.

Can TuningBot remove P0070 at file level?

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