DTC P0197: Engine Oil Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low: Notes

DTC detecting condition: 

Immediately at fault recognition

Trouble symptom: 

• Hard to start
• Improper idling
• Poor driving performance

Wiring diagram: 

Engine Electrical System Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM>Engine Electrical System>WIRING DIAGRAM

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

1. CHECK CURRENT DATA. 
   1. Start the engine.
   2. Read the value of «Oil Temperature» using Subaru Select Monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Current Data Display For Engine". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO)>SUBARU SELECT MONITOR

      Is the value of «Oil Temperature» 150°C (302°F) or more?

      Yes:  Go to  2

      No:  Even if DTC is detected, the circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.

      NOTE: In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.
2. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR. 
   1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
   2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
   3. Disconnect the connectors from the engine oil temperature sensor.
   4. Measure the resistance between ECM connector and chassis ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (E158) No. 18 - Chassis ground:

   Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

   Yes:  Replace the engine oil temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO)>ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR

   No:  Repair the short circuit to ground in the harness between the ECM connector and engine oil temperature sensor connector.