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P0198 - Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor Circuit High

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P0198 - ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH

Description:  Indicates EOT signal voltage is high (low temperature).
Possible Causes: 
  • Damaged harness
  • Damaged harness connector
  • Damaged sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  An EOT PID reading greater than 4.5 volts with the key ON engine OFF or during any engine operating mode indicates a concern is present.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All   refer to PINPOINT TEST DY .