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DTC Detection Logic

If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will rise.

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

DTC

CONSULT screen terms

(Trouble diagnosis content)

DTC detection condition

P1217

ENG OVER TEMP

[Engine over temperature (Overheat)]

1

Diagnosis condition

--

Signal (terminal)

--

Threshold

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Overheat)

Diagnosis delay time

--

2

Diagnosis condition

--

Signal (terminal)

--

Threshold

Cooling fan system does not operate properly (Overheat)

Diagnosis delay time

--

3

Diagnosis condition

--

Signal (terminal)

--

Threshold

Engine coolant was not added to the system using the proper filling method

Diagnosis delay time

--

4

Diagnosis condition

--

Signal (terminal)

--

Threshold

Engine coolant is not within the specified range

Diagnosis delay time

--

CAUTION: When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to Changing Engine Coolant . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to Changing Engine Oil .
  1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to 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.