DTC P0195-11: Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Short to Ground [10/2019 - 08/2020]: Description
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The engine oil temperature sensor replaces the oil temperature with electrical signals and outputs them to the ECM.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0195-11 | Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Short to Ground | The engine oil temperature sensor output voltage is less than 0.535 V for 5 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic). |
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Comes on | DTC stored | SAE Code: P0197 |
HINT:
When this DTC is output, check the engine oil temperature in the Data List. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Engine Oil Temperature Sensor.
| DTC No. | Engine Oil Temperature Sensor | Malfunction |
|---|---|---|
| P0195-11 | -40°C (-40°F) |
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If the Data List value is normal it may be due to a temporary recovery from the malfunction condition. Check for intermittent problems.