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P120A Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - circuit malfunction

1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:Volvo

Volvo

1 interpretation
P120A
Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - circuit malfunction Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Intake air temperature (IAT) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • short to ground
  • short to positive
  • IAT sensor
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P120A

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

20A

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P120A

What does P120A mean?

Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - circuit malfunction. The control module detected improper operation of the Intake air temperature (IAT) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Is P120A generic or manufacturer-specific?

P120A is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P120A at file level?

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