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P0197 - Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

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P0197 - ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW

Description:  Indicates the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor signal voltage is low (high temperature).
Possible Causes: 
  • Damaged EOT sensor or circuit
  • Damaged harness
  • Damaged harness connector
Diagnostic Aids:  An EOT PID reading less than 0.2 volt with ignition ON, engine OFF or during any engine operating mode indicates a short to ground.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST L .