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P0196 - Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Range/Performance

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P0196 - ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  Indicates the value from the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor is not within the powertrain control module (PCM) predicted engine oil temperature range, based on other PCM inputs.
Possible Causes: 
  • Engine not at operating temperature
  • EOT circuit concern
  • EOT sensor
  • Cooling system problem or stuck thermostat
Diagnostic Aids:  The EOT rationality test looks for the EOT sensor value to be within a calibrated parameter of the PCM predicted engine oil temperature. Make sure the EOT sensor reading is similar to engine temperature. If the EOT reading greatly differs from engine temperature, check the EOT circuitry for correct operation.
Application    Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All   refer to PINPOINT TEST L .