P0117
DTC P0117 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE CIRCUIT LOW INPUTComponent Location:
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) is located in the engine coolant passage of the cylinder head for detecting the engine coolant temperature. The ECTS uses a thermistor whose resistance changes with the temperature. The electrical resistance of the ECTS decreases as the temperature increases, and increases as the temperature decreases. The reference 5 V in the ECM is supplied to the ECTS via a resistor in the ECM. That is, the resistor in the ECM and the thermistor in the ECTS are connected in series. When the resistance value of the thermistor in the ECTS changes according to the engine coolant temperature, the output voltage also changes.
During cold engine operation the ECM increases the fuel injection duration and controls the ignition timing using the information of engine coolant temperature to avoid engine stalling and improve drivability.
DTC DESCRIPTION
ECM sets DTC P0117 if the ECM detects signal voltage lower than the possible range of a properly operating ECTS.
DTC Detecting Condition:
Specification:
Schematic Diagram:
Signal Waveform:
MONITOR DTC STATUS
NOTE: If any codes relating to TPS or MAFS are stored, do ALL REPAIRS associated with those codes before proceeding with further troubleshooting
1. Connect scan too! and select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes(DTCs)" mode.
2. Press F4(DTAL) to select DTC information from the DTCs menu.
3. Confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "Complete". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data or enable conditions.
4. Read "DTC Status" parameter.
5. Is parameter displayed "History(Not Present) fault"?
NOTE:
- History (Not Present) fault: DTC occurred but has been cleared.
- Present fault: DTC is occurring at present time.
YES: Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or ECM's connector or was repaired and ECM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for loose or poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO: Go to next step as below.
MONITOR SCANTOOL DATA
1. Ignition ON & Engine OFF.
2. Disconnect ECTS connector.
3. Connect Scantool and monitor the "COOLANT TEMP SNSR(V)" parameter on the Scantool data list.
Specification : Approx. 5 V
4. ECTS parameter within the specification?
YES: Possibility of sensor malfunction. Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
NO: Possibility of signal circuit short to ground. Go to "Signal Circuit Inspection" procedure.
SIGNAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION
1. Ignition "OFF".
2. Measure resistance between terminal 1 of the ECT sensor harness connector and chassis ground
Specification : Infinite
3. Is resistance within the specification?
YES: Go to "Terminal and Connector Inspection" procedure.
NO: Repair short to ground in harness and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
TERMINAL AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION
1. Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness(es) and terminals. Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.
2. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.
3. Has a problem been found?
YES: Repair as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO: Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Disconnect ECTS connector
2. Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 3 of the ECT sensor connector (Component side)
Specification:
3. Is resistance within the specification?
YES: Check for poor connection between ECM and component: backed out terminal, improper mating, broken locks or poor terminal to wire connection. Repair as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO: Check ECTS for contamination, deterioration, or damage. Substitute with a known-good ECTS and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace ECTS and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR
After repair, it is essential to verify that the fault has been corrected.
1. Connect scan tool and select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes(DTCs)" mode.
2. Press F4DTAL) and confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "Complete". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data or enable conditions.
3. Read "DTC Status" parameter.
4. Is parameter displayed "History(Not Present) fault"?
YES: System performing to specification at this time. Clear the DTC.
NO: Go to the applicable troubleshooting procedure.