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P0117

109002 - P0117

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
109002 - P0117

Fault text
Coolant-temperature sensor, electric: short circuit to ground

Fault description
The diagnostic function monitors the lower voltage limit of
the coolant temperature sensor.

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The fault is recognized when the voltage is less than 0.1 V.
Potential problem source(s):
- Defect in wiring harness between DME and sensor
- Sensor defective
Terminal condition: Terminal 15
Voltage condition:
- Electrical system voltage > 9.15 V
Temperature condition:
- None
Time condition:
- None
Other conditions:
- none

Condition for fault memory entry
This fault is logged in the control module's fault memory if
it remains present for longer than 1.5 sec.

Action in service
- Check wiring harness between DME and sensor
- Replace sensor

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Breakdown notice:
- none
Possible apparent symptoms:
- Reduced power

Driver information
Warning light:
- ECE emissions warning lamp: on
- US emissions warning lamp: on
- ECE electronic engine power reduction: off
- US electronic engine power reduction: off
- CC message: none

Service instruction
- none