Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual D16AA · Diagnostic Information and Procedures

DTC P0116

Precautions: General safety (00)

DTC Detecting Condition and Trouble Area
DTC detection condition Trouble area
P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range / Performance
ECT does not rise to specified temperature within specified time.
(1 D/C detection logic)
•ECT sensor and/or its circuit
•Radiator cooling fan and radiator cooling sub fan and/or its circuit
•Thermostat
•ECM
Circuit Diagram
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[A]: ECM connector (View: [a]) A2: ECT sensor ground circuit 2. ECT sensor
A1: ECT sensor signal circuit 1. ECM    
DTC Troubleshooting
Step Action Yes No
1
Was “Engine and Emission Control System Check” performed?
Go to Step 2.
2
Cooling system check
1)Check coolant level and engine cooling system.
•Coolant level: icon 
•Cooling system: icon 
Is check result OK?
Go to Step 3.
Repair or replace defective part(s).
3
Cooling fan operation check
1)When ignition is “OFF”, connect SUZUKI scan tool to DLC.
2)Set ignition “ON”.
3)Check radiator cooling fan and radiator cooling sub fan for operation by using “Radiator Fan” function in “Active Test” mode on SUZUKI scan tool.
Is check result OK?
Go to Step 4.
Check cooling fan motor or its circuit.
4
Thermostat replacement
1)Replace thermostat. icon 
2)Clear DTC. icon 
3)Recheck DTC. icon 
Is DTC P0116 still detected?
Replace ECM and recheck DTC. icon 
Go to Step 5.
5
ECT sensor replacement
1)Replace ECT sensor. icon 
2)Clear DTC. icon 
3)Check DTC. icon 
Is DTC P0116 still detected?
Replace ECM and recheck DTC. icon 
End.