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P3196

10A201 - P3196

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
10A201 - P3196

Fault text
Temperature sensor, radiator outlet, plausibility: signal
above threshold

Fault description
The diagnostic function monitors the value from the
temperature sensor at the radiator discharge during engine
starts.

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The fault is recognized when the temperature at the radiator
discharge fitting is more than 20 °C above the engine
temperature.
Potential problem source(s):
- Sensor defective
Terminal condition: none
Voltage condition:
- Electrical system voltage > 11 V
Temperature condition:
- Engine temperature < -9.75 °C and intake-air temperature
< -9.75 °C
Time condition:
- None
Other conditions:
- Engine on

Condition for fault memory entry
This fault is logged in the control module's fault memory
immediately.

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

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Breakdown notice:
- none
Possible apparent symptoms:
- Possible slight reduction in power
- Fan rotates at high speed

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

Service instruction
- none