DTC P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range/Performance Problem: Description
A thermistor is built into the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor, of which the resistance value varies according to the ECT.
The structure of the sensor and its connection to the ECM are the same as those of the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor.
DTC DESCRIPTION TABLE
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
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| P0116 | ECTs as listed below are nearly same (2 trip detection logic):
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ECTs as listed below are nearly same when engine is started at higher than 60°C (140°F) of ECT (2 trip detection logic)
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