Can I extend my IAT sensor wire?

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Nov 5, 2002 | 04:36 PM

XTwinTurbo

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Can I extend my IAT sensor wire?

Actually I already did but want to know if I may have caused some other problems.

I had to extend the IAT sensor wire to reach the new mount when I installed my Intercooler.

I cut the wires (two leads) and extended them using electrical wiring about 6". I stripped the ends and soldered both ends of the wires.

Did I cause some problem with the sensor?

I have a hesitation in the car about 2k rpm and think it is more ignition related then IAT but want to make sure.

Nov 5, 2002 | 05:59 PM

65Z01

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Re: Can I extend my IAT sensor wire? (XTwinTurbo)

Extending the IAT wiring alone should have no negative effect.

Did you route the wire away from the secondary ignition wires?

Nov 5, 2002 | 06:43 PM

flubuyu2

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Re: Can I extend my IAT sensor wire? (65Z01)

Just a thought but could that have increased the resistance to and from the sen. there fore giving bad readings to the ecm ?? again just a thought !

Nov 5, 2002 | 07:27 PM

hookedup

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Re: Can I extend my IAT sensor wire? (flubuyu2)

I extended mine approx. 2 1/2', but increased the gauge of the wire.

Dave :yesnod:

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