P0113 on a Chevy: Causes, Fixes & Repair Cost
🟢 Low severity · drivable
Safe to drive — the engine just gets a wrong intake air temperature reading, which may cause slightly rich running.
What P0113 means on a Chevy
On a Chevy, P0113 means the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor is reporting a high-voltage, open-circuit signal. On many GM vehicles the IAT is a separate sensor mounted in the intake duct, so this code usually points to that sensor or its wiring. The engine may run slightly rich until it is fixed.
Is P0113 common on Chevys?
P0113 is common on Chevys, especially on trucks and SUVs where the IAT sensor and its connector sit in the engine bay and corrode over time. A loose sensor in the intake duct or a damaged connector are frequent findings. It is a sensor fault, not an engine failure.
Commonly reported on: Silverado, Malibu, Equinox, Traverse.
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Slightly rich running or worse fuel economy
- Possible hard starting
- Often no noticeable symptoms
Common causes
- most common: Faulty IAT sensor
- common: Corroded or loose connector
- less common: Damaged wiring to the sensor
- less common: Loose or dislodged sensor in the intake duct
How to fix it
| Fix | DIY? | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Replace the IAT sensor | Yes | $15–60 |
| Clean the connector terminals | Yes | $0–10 |
| Repair damaged sensor wiring | Mechanic | $50–150 |
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Updated 2026-08. This page is informational and not a substitute for professional diagnosis.