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Circuit Description

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Temperature light on instrument panel will illuminate if engine overheats. DTC will set when Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is greater than 244°F (118°C) and no other ECT sensor DTCs are present. The A/C will also be turned off when ECT is greater than 244°F (118°C), to protect engine and transaxle.