Possible Causes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
ECM illuminates MIL and sets DTC P0117 when an excessively low voltage from ECT sensor is sent to ECM. ECM illuminates MIL and sets DTC P0118 when an excessively high voltage from ECT sensor is sent to ECM. Possible causes are:
- ECT sensor circuit open or shorted.
- Poor, loose, corroded or damaged terminal connections.
- Defective ECT sensor.