Diagnosis & Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota MR2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Using Toyota hand-held tester or scan tool, read FREEZE FRAME data. Freeze frame data records engine conditions when malfunction is detected.
- Using Toyota hand-held tester or scan tool, check for any other DTCs. If only DTC P0116 exists, go to next step. If other DTCs exist, diagnose and repair those DTCs first and retest.
- Remove and inspect cooling system thermostat. If problem exists, replace thermostat as necessary and retest system. If problem does not exist, replace ECT sensor. Perform proper cooling system bleeding procedure when refilling cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING under COOLING SYSTEM in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - 4-CYLINDER article.