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DTC Detection Logic

NOTE: If DTC P0128 is displayed with DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 or P0304, first perform the trouble diagnosis for P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 or P0304. Refer to "DTC LOGIC ".

Engine coolant temperature has not risen enough to open the thermostat even though the engine has run long enough.

This is due to a leak in the seal or the thermostat being stuck open.

DTC No. CONSULT screen terms (Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0128 THERMSTAT FNCTN
[Coolant thermostat (coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature)]
The engine coolant temperature does not reach to specified temperature even though the engine has run long enough.
  • Thermostat
  • Leakage from sealing portion of thermostat
  • Engine coolant temperature sensor