SFI SYSTEM (w/ Secondary Air Injection System), Diagnostic DTC:P0116

DTC Code DTC Name
P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range / Performance

DESCRIPTION

Refer to DTC P0115 Click here.

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

  • Thermostat


  • Engine coolant temperature sensor

Engine coolant temperature is between -40°C and 60°C (-40°F and 140°F) when engine is started, and conditions (a) and (b) are met (2 trip detection logic):


  • (a) Vehicle is driven at varying speeds (accelerated and decelerated)

  • (b) Engine coolant temperature remains within 3°C (5.4°F) of initial engine coolant temperature

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor cold start monitor

When a cold engine start is performed and then the engine is warmed up, if the ECT sensor value does not change, it is determined that a malfunction has occurred. If this is detected in 2 consecutive driving cycles, the MIL is illuminated and a DTC is stored.

ECT sensor soak monitor

If the ECT sensor value does not change after the warmed up engine is stopped and then the next cold engine start is performed, it is determined that a malfunction has occurred. If this is detected in 2 consecutive driving cycles, the MIL is illuminated and a DTC is stored.

ECT sensor high side stuck monitor

The ECM monitors the sensor voltage and uses this value to calculate the ECT. If the sensor voltage output deviates from the normal operating range, the ECM interprets this deviation as a malfunction in the ECT sensor and stores the DTC.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tech Tips


  • If any of DTCs P0115, P0117 or P0118 are set simultaneously with DTC P0116, the engine coolant temperature sensor may have an open or a short circuit. Troubleshoot those DTCs first.


  • Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0116)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC.

    4. Read the DTCs.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC P0116 is output A
      DTC P0116 and other DTCs are output B

      Tech Tips

      If any DTCs other than P0116 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.


    B

    GO TO DTC CHART Click here

    A

  2. INSPECT THERMOSTAT


    1. Remove the thermostat Click here.

    2. Measure the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.

      Standard
      80°C to 84°C (176°F to 183°F)

      Tech Tips

      In addition to the above check, confirm that the valve is completely closed when the temperature is below the standard.

    3. Reinstall the thermostat Click here.


    NG

    REPLACE THERMOSTAT

    OK

    REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR Click here