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DTC P0181: Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance

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DTC P0181: FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  The comprehensive component monitor (CCM) monitors the FRT circuit to the PCM for low and high voltage. The test fails if the FRT voltage falls below or exceeds a calibrated limit and amount of time during testing.
Possible Causes: 
  • FRT circuit open
  • FRT circuit short
  • Low ambient temperature operation
  • Incorrect harness connection
  • Damaged fuel rail pressure temperature (FRPT) sensor
  • Damaged PCM
Diagnostic Aids:  Verify the FRT PID value to determine an open or short.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DD .