DTC P0116
Precautions: General safety (00)
DTC Detecting Condition and Trouble Area
| DTC detecting condition | Trouble area |
|---|---|
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P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range / Performance Difference between measured ECT and estimated ECT is more than specified value for specified time with engine running. (3 D/C detection logic) |
•ECT sensor and/or its circuit
•Thermostat •Cooling system •ECM |
Circuit Diagram
DTC Confirmation Procedure
NOTE:
Check that the following DTC is not detected in this “DTC Confirmation Procedure”.
•ECT sensor (P0118)
1)Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
2)Run engine at idle speed for 5 min.
DTC Troubleshooting
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Was “Engine and Emission Control System Check” performed?
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Go to Step 2.
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| 2 |
Coolant level check
Is check result OK?
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Go to Step 3.
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Add coolant and recheck DTC.
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| 3 |
ECT sensor circuit check
1)Check ECT sensor circuits according to Step 2 under DTC P0117 / P0118:M16A.
Is check result OK?
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Go to Step 4.
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Repair or replace defective wire harness.
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| 4 |
ECT sensor check
Is check result OK?
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Go to Step 5.
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Replace ECT sensor.
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| 5 |
Thermostat check
Is check result OK?
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Replace thermostat.
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