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DTC P0116: Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range / Performance Problem: Description

Refer to DTC P0115. Refer to DESCRIPTION .

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0116 When either of the following conditions is met
(2 trip detection logic):
  • When cold engine started and engine warmed up, engine coolant temperature sensor value does not change
  • After warmed up engine stopped and then next cold engine start performed, engine coolant temperature sensor value does not change
  • Water inlet with thermostat
  • Engine coolant temperature sensor
P0116 for Mexico Models:
When either of the following conditions is met:
Case 1:
The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is between 35 and 60°C (95 and 140°F) when the engine is started, and both of the following conditions are met (2 trip detection logic)
(1) The vehicle is driven at varying speeds (accelerated and decelerated).
(2) The ECT remains within 3°C (5.4°F) of the initial ECT.
Case 2:
The ECT is higher than 60°C (140°F) when the engine is started, and both of the following conditions are met (6 trip detection logic)
(1) The vehicle is driven at varying speeds (accelerated and decelerated).
(2) The ECT measurements remain within 1°C (1.8°F) of the initial ECT on 6 successive occasions.
  • Water inlet with thermostat
  • Engine coolant temperature sensor