Diagnostic Aids
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota 4Runner. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
After confirming DTCs P0115, P0117 and/or P0118, use Toyota hand-held tester or scan tool to access DATA LIST to read the engine coolant temperature for ECT sensor. If displayed engine coolant temperature is -40°F (-40°C), ECT sensor circuit may be open. If displayed engine coolant temperature is 284°F (140°C) or more, ECT sensor circuit may be shorted. Using hand-held tester or scan tool, read FREEZE FRAME data. Freeze frame data records engine conditions when malfunction is detected.