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DTC P1289: Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor Circuit High

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P1289 - CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH

Description:  Indicates a CHT sensor circuit open.
Possible Causes: 
  • Open CHT sensor circuit
  • CHT sensor circuit short to voltage
  • Damaged CHT sensor
  • Improper harness connection
Diagnostic Aids:  A CHT V PID reading of greater than 4.6 volts with key ON engine OFF, or during any engine operating mode, indicates a concern is present. Note: DTC P0118 may also be reported when this DTC is set. Either of these DTCs activate the MIL.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
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