| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0180 | Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit |
| P0182 | Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input |
| P0183 | Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit High Input |
DESCRIPTION
The fuel temperature sensor monitors the fuel temperature. The fuel temperature sensor has a thermistor that varies its resistance depending on the fuel temperature. When the fuel temperature is low, the resistance of the thermistor is high. When the temperature is high, the resistance is low. The variations of resistance are communicated to the ECM as changes of voltage (See Fig. 1).
The fuel temperature sensor is connected to the ECM. The 5 V power source voltage in the ECM is applied to the fuel temperature sensor from terminal THF via resistor R.
Resistor R and the fuel temperature sensor are connected in series. When the resistance value of the fuel temperature sensor changes due to a change of fuel temperature, the voltage at terminal THF also changes. Based on this signal, the ECM corrects the pressure control compensation of the fuel supply pump and determines if there are errors.
| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| Ignition switch ON for 0.5 seconds | Open or short in the fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1 trip detection logic). |
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| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| Ignition switch ON for 0.5 seconds | Short in the fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1 trip detection logic). |
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| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| Ignition switch ON for 0.5 seconds | Open in the fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1 trip detection logic). |
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| DTC No. | Data List |
|---|---|
| P0180 | Fuel Temp |
| P0182 | |
| P0183 |
If DTC P0180, P0182 and/or P0183 is stored, the following symptoms may appear:
Misfire
Combustion noise
Black smoke
Lack of power
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
After replacing the ECM, the new ECM needs registration (Click here) and initialization (Click here).
If DTCs relating to different systems are stored, and they share terminal E2 as their ground, check this ground circuit first.
Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (FUEL TEMPERATURE)
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Fuel Temp.
Read the value.
| OK |
|---|
| Same value as the actual fuel temperature. |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| -40°C (-40°F) | A |
| 140°C (284°F) or more | B |
| OK (Same as actual fuel temperature) | C |
If there is an open circuit, the tester indicates -40°C (-40°F).
If there is a short circuit, the tester indicates 140°C (284°F) or more.
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR OPEN IN WIRE HARNESS)
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Connect terminals 2 (THF) and 1 (E2) of the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Fuel Temp.
Read the value.
| OK |
|---|
| 140°C (284°F) or higher |
CONFIRM GOOD CONNECTION TO SENSOR. IF OK, REPLACE FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Replace the fuel temperature sensor (Click here).
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM)
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance (Check for Open) | |||||||||
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CONFIRM GOOD CONNECTION TO ECM. IF OK, REPLACE ECM
Replace the ECM (Click here).
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS)
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Fuel Temp.
Read the value.
| OK |
|---|
| -40°C (-40°F) |
REPLACE FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Replace the fuel temperature sensor (Click here).
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM)
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance (Check for Short) | ||||||
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REPLACE ECM
Replace the ECM (Click here).
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
CONFIRM WHETHER MALFUNCTION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY REPAIRED
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Clear the DTCs (Click here).
Turn the ignition switch off.
Turn the ignition switch to ON for 1 second.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / DTC.
Confirm that the DTC is not output again.
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