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DTC P0116

DTC P0116  : ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Problem

NOTE:  Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information - Refer to: How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems .

DTC Description Confirmed DTC Pending DTC Freeze Frame
P0116 ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance Problem      

DTC (PGM-FI)

  1. ECT sensor 1 check

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    - 2. Check the parameter (s) below with the HDS.

    Signal Threshold Current conditions
    Values Unit Values Unit
    ECT SENSOR 1 More than 176 °F    
    ECT SENSOR 1 More than 80 °C

    Do the current condition (s) match the threshold?

    YES 

    Note the value of ECT SENSOR 1, then go to step 3.

    NO 

    Go to step 2.

  2. Problem verification (low temperature)

    -1. Note the value of ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS.

    Signal Current conditions
    Values Unit
    ECT SENSOR 1    

    - 2. Start the engine.

    - 3. Hold the engine speed at 3, 000 rpm without load (in P or N) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

    - 4. Check ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS.

    Signal Current conditions
    Values Unit
    ECT SENSOR 1    

    Does ECT SENSOR 1 change 18 °F (10 °C) or more?

    YES 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the PCM. If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the freeze data/on-board snapshot - Refer to: How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems .

    NO 

    The failure is duplicated. Replace ECT sensor 1 - Refer to: ECT Sensor 1 Removal and Installation, .

  3. Problem verification (high temperature)

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    - 2. Open the hood, and let the engine cool for 3 hours.

    - 3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    - 4. Check ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS.

    Signal Current conditions
    Values Unit
    ECT SENSOR 1    

    Does ECT SENSOR 1 change 18 °F (10 °C) or more?

    YES 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the PCM. If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the freeze data/on-board snapshot - Refer to: How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems

    NO 

    The failure is duplicated. Replace ECT sensor 1 - Refer to: ECT Sensor 1 Removal and Installation .