Possible causes

– Faulty ambient air temperature sensor
– Ambient air temperature sensor harness is open or shorted
– Ambient air temperature sensor circuit poor electrical connection

Symptoms

– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

P0071 Description

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance is the generic definition for the P0071; however your vehicle’s manufacturer may have a different definition and information for the P0071 code.

P0071 Information for specific makes

P0071 AUDI
P0071 BMW
P0071 CHRYSLER
P0071 DODGE
P0071 JEEP
P0071 MITSUBISHI
P0071 VOLKSWAGEN