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DTC P0181 - Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance

P0181 - FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  This DTC sets when the fuel rail pressure temperature (FRPT) sensor is out of self-test range.
Possible Causes: 
  • Engine coolant temperature is less than the self-test threshold
  • Fuel rail temperature is less than the self-test threshold
  • Damaged fuel rail pressure temperature (FRPT) sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  Check for other PCM DTCs. Diagnose all other PCM DTCs before continuing diagnosis.
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature. Verify the engine coolant temperature is greater than 77°C (170°F) and the fuel rail temperature is greater than 10°C (50°F). Clear the PCM DTCs. Repeat the self-test.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.