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DTC Detection Logic

NOTE:
  • If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.
  • If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC P0607, perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0607. Refer to "DTC LOGIC ".
  • If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC P0527, perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0527. Refer to "DTC LOGIC ".

If the cooling fan or any of other components in the cooling system has a malfunction, engine coolant temperature increases.

When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is indicated.

DTC DETECTION LOGIC

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217 Engine over temperature (Overheat)
  • Cooling fan does not operate properly (Overheat).
  • Cooling fan system does not operate properly (Overheat).
  • Engine coolant is not within the specified quantity.
  • Harness or connectors (The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted.)
  • IPDM E/R
  • Electrically-controlled cooling fan coupling
  • Cooling fan speed sensor
  • Radiator hose
  • Radiator
  • Reservoir tank cap
  • Water pump
  • Thermostat
CAUTION: When a malfunction is indicated, always replace the coolant. Refer to "DRAINING " and "REFILLING ". Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to "DRAINING " and "REFILLING ".
  1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Always use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to "ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO ".
  2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.