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P0118







P0118 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH





When Monitored and Set Condition

- When Monitored: With the engine running and no fault in the throttle valve actuator.
- Set Condition: The ECT Sensor value is more than 170°C (338°F) for more than 1 second.





For a complete Powertrain Control Module Circuit Diagram, Schematics and Diagrams.

Diagnostic Test

1. CHECK FOR CURRENT DTC
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read PCM DTCs.
Is this DTC present?

Yes

- For complete diagnosis of this DTC, refer to (P0116) ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Performance

No

- Go To 2

2. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS
The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.

NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal connections can set DTCs.Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this DTC. Wiggle the wires while checking for shorts and open circuits.

NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

Were there any problems found?

Yes

- Repair as necessary.
- Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - VER 2. Powertrain Verification Test

No

- The condition that caused this DTC to set is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring harness for a possible intermittent condition.