P0217: Engine Coolant Over- Temperature Condition
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P0217 - ENGINE COOLANT OVER- TEMPERATURE CONDITION
| Description: | Indicates an engine overheat condition was detected by the engine temperature sensor (CHT or ECT depending how the vehicle is equipped). This condition causes the boost from the supercharger to be bypassed to avoid potential engine damage. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Monitor the engine temperature PID (CHT or ECT) for an overheat condition. Typical engine temperature should be close to cooling system thermostat specification. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| Mustang 4.6L Cobra | GO to PINPOINT TEST DX: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR Step 20. | GO to PINPOINT TEST DX: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR Step 20. | GO to PINPOINT TEST DX: ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR Step 20. |
| F-150 Heritage 5.4L SC | GO to PINPOINT TEST DL: CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) SENSOR Step 21. | GO to PINPOINT TEST DL: CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) SENSOR Step 21. | GO to PINPOINT TEST DL: CYLINDER HEAD TEMPERATURE (CHT) SENSOR Step 21. |