DTC P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range / Performance Problem [08/2015 - ]: Procedure

1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
3. Turn the Techstream on.
4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Code.
5. Read the DTCs.
   RESULT
   
   

   Display (DTC Output)	Proceed to
   P0116	A
   P0116 and other DTCs	B

Result: 

B 

GO TO DTC CHART 

(Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2015 - 08/2019] , or refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2019 - ] )

Result: 

A 

See step  2

1. Remove the thermostat (Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ] ).
2. Measure the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.

   Standard value

   80°C to 84°C (176°F to 183°F)

   HINT: 

   In addition to the above check, confirm that the valve is completely closed when the temperature is below the standard.

3. Reinstall the thermostat (Refer to INSTALLATION [08/2015 - ] ).

Result: 

OK 

REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR 

(Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ] )

Result: 

NG 

REPLACE THERMOSTAT 

(Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ] )