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P1116 - Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Out Of Self-Test Range - DTC Chart

P1116 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR OUT OF SELF-TEST RANGE - DTC CHART

Description:  This DTC sets when the ECT sensor is out of self-test range. The correct range is 0.3 to 3.7 volts.
Possible Causes: 
  • Overheating condition
  • Damaged thermostat
  • Damaged ECT sensor
  • Low engine coolant
  • Damaged ECT harness connector
Diagnostic Aids:  The engine coolant temperature must be greater than 10°C (50°F) to pass the key ON engine OFF (KOEO) self-test and greater than 82°C (180°F) to pass the key ON engine running (KOER) self-test.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to Pinpoint Test DX .