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DTC Detection Logic

NOTE: If DTC P0116 is displayed with P0117 or P0118, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0117, P0118. Refer to "DTC LOGIC ".
DTC DETECTION LOGIC CHART

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name (Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0116 ECT SEN/CIRC (Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit range/performance) Engine coolant temperature signal from engine coolant temperature sensor does not fluctuate, even when some time has passed after starting the engine with pre-warming up condition.
  • Harness or connectors (High or low resistance in the circuit)
  • Engine coolant temperature sensor