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DTC P0116: ECT Sensor 1 Range/Performance Problem

NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION )
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
  2. Check ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS

    Is about 176 °F (80 °C) or more, or 0 78 V or less indicated? 

    YES  -Go to step  6

    NO  -Go to step 3

  3. Note the value of ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS
  4. Start the engine Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (A/T in P or N, M/T in neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle
  5. Check ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS

    Does ECT SENSOR 1 change 18 °F (10 °C) or more? 

    YES  -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time Check for poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the ECM/PCM

    NO  -Go to step  11

  6. Note the value of ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS
  7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0)
  8. Open the hood, and let the engine cool for 3 hours
  9. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
  10. Check ECT SENSOR 1 in the DATA LIST with the HDS

    Does ECT SENSOR 1 change 18 °F (10 °C) or more? 

    YES  -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time Check for poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the ECM/PCM

    NO  -Go to step 11

  11. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0)
  12. Replace ECT sensor 1 (see ECT SENSOR 1 REPLACEMENT )
  13. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
  14. Reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS
  15. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE )
  16. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS

    Is DTC P0116 indicated? 

    YES  -Check for poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the ECM/PCM, then go to step  1

    NO  -Troubleshooting is complete If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting