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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-140C

Condition
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored if there is a short-circuit to ground in the outside temperature sensor.
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) can be diagnosed when the ignition is switched on.

Substitute value
- The value is taken from the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.

Possible source
- Contact resistance in the terminals
- Short-circuit to ground in the signal cable
- Damaged outside temperature sensor.

Fault symptom[s]
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit.