3012

New Holland 3012 – ECU: Air Intake Temperature Sensor No Signal

Issue description

The Engine Control Module (ECM) has lost communication with the Air Intake Temperature Sensor via the CAN network. This indicates a complete interruption of the signal, preventing the ECM from receiving critical intake air temperature data needed to calculate the correct air-fuel ratio for optimal combustion. The root cause may be a faulty sensor, damaged wiring, a connector issue, or a broader CAN bus network fault.

Applies to these machines

  • T6.120
  • T6.140
  • T6.145
  • T6.155
  • T6.160
  • T6.165
  • T6.175
  • T6.180
  • T7.165
  • T7.175
  • T7.190
  • T7.210
  • T7.225
  • T7.230
  • T7.245
  • T7.260
  • T7.270
  • T6050
  • T6070
  • T6080
  • T6090
  • T7030
  • T7040
  • T7050
  • T7060
  • Puma 130
  • Puma 145
  • Puma 150
  • Puma 160
  • Puma 165
  • Puma 170
  • Puma 185
  • Puma 200
  • Puma 220
  • Maxxum 115
  • Maxxum 125
  • Maxxum 130
  • Maxxum 140
  • Maxxum 145
  • Maxxum 150
  • B110C
  • B95C
  • 650M
  • 750M
  • 121F
  • 21F
  • 221F
  • 321F
  • 586H
  • 588H

Check the cause

  1. Visually inspect the Air Intake Temperature Sensor (typically located in the intake manifold) and its wiring harness for damage, frayed wires, or corrosion on the connector pins.

  2. Ensure the sensor's electrical connector is firmly seated and locked by disconnecting and reconnecting it.

  3. Check the wiring harness between the sensor and the ECU for continuity and for shorts to ground or power using a multimeter.

  4. Test the sensor's resistance at different temperatures and compare the readings to the manufacturer's specifications.

Repair steps

  1. Repair wiring or connector

    If diagnostic checks reveal a damaged wire or faulty connector, repair or replace the affected section of the harness and ensure all connections are clean and secure.

  2. Remove faulty sensor

    If the sensor has failed, disconnect the negative battery terminal, locate the sensor on the intake manifold, disconnect its electrical connector, and carefully remove the sensor.

  3. Install new sensor

    Install the new sensor, ensuring it is seated correctly and torqued to the manufacturer's specification.

  4. Finalize repair

    Reconnect the electrical connector and negative battery terminal. Clear the fault codes from the ECU using a diagnostic tool, then start the engine to verify the fault code does not reappear.

Parts you might need

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  • OEM CNH part. Alternative part number: 84539252. Always verify with the specific machine's serial number.

  • Intake Manifold Temperature Sensor / Boost Temperature Sensor

    3408345

    Cummins

  • Intake Manifold Temperature Sensor / Boost Temperature Sensor

    28-1080

    Quality Farm Supply (Aftermarket)

  • Intake Air Pressure and Temperature Sensor (T-MAP)

    84395141
  • Intake Air Pressure and Temperature Sensor (T-MAP)

    5801714551

    Alternate OEM part number

  • Used on various New Holland and Case models

  • Often used for CNH combines and harvesters

  • Alternate OEM part number. Often used for CNH combines and harvesters

  • Sensor WIC Air Temp

    SBA185746190

    Intake manifold sensor

  • Bosch Air Temperature Sensor

    026123001A

    Common OEM supplier part

  • Air Temperature Sensor

    504307953

    CNH OEM part number cross-referenced from Bosch 026123001A

  • Listed for various T4, T5, and TD5 series tractors. Sometimes described as a combined pressure and temperature sensor.

  • Genuine New Holland part.

  • Interchangeable for both New Holland and Case IH models.

  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor

    323015A1

    Interchangeable for both New Holland and Case IH models.

  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor

    87775490

    Interchangeable for both New Holland and Case IH models.

  • Listed for New Holland Agriculture

  • T-MAP Sensor5801474160

    OEM T-MAP sensor for FPT engines used in T5, T6, T7 series

  • Used on New Holland T8 series and Case IH Magnum

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