OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0114 Intake Air Temperature Sensor Intermittent
The IAT signal shows intermittent dropouts or jumps that fall outside slope expectations but do not stay above or below threshold long enough to trigger P0112/P0113. Usually a wiring or connector issue.
Is it safe to drive with P0114?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyLoose or oxidised connector
- PossibleWiring chafed against engine
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Intake Air Temperature Sensor, Intake Air Temperature Sensor Wiring
Related codes
- P0111Intake Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0112Intake Air Temperature Sensor Low Input
- P0113Intake Air Temperature Sensor High Input
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Malfunction
- P0116Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0117Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Low Input
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.