Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the engine coolant temperature as determined by the engine control module (ECM). The IPC receives a serial data message from the ECM indicating the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant temperature gauge defaults to 60°C (140°F) or below if:
- The ECM detects a malfunction in the engine coolant temperature sensor circuit.
- The IPC detects a loss of serial data communications with the ECM.