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DTC Information: DTC Detecting Condition

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Item Detecting Condition Possible Cause
DTC Strategy
  • Thermostat continuous monitoring
  • Poor connector connection
  • Low coolant level
  • Open or short of circuit
  • Faulty ECTS #1, 2, 3
  • Stuck or leaking thermostat
  • Faulty ITM
Enable Conditions
  • ECT at startup is more than -10°C (14°F)
  • Ambient temperature is more than -10°C (14°F)
  • ECT has reached 77°C (170.6°F) after engine "ON".
  • Intake air volume is higher than 4.2g/s (at ambient temperature over 15°C (59°F) and engine speed over 600RPM)
  • Vehicle speed is higher than 40km/h (25mph) when ambient temperature is lower than 30°C (86°F)
Threshold Value
  • When the ECT is lower than 56°C (132.8°F) while the measured intake air volume is higher than 556g/s and ambient temperature is lower than 30°C (86°F)
Diagnostic Time
  • Continuously
MIL ON Condition
  • 2 driving cycle