DTC P0128: Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature): Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0128)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
- Read the DTCs.
Result
Result Proceed to DTC P0128 is output A DTC P0128 and other DTCs are output B HINT:
If any DTCs other than P0128 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
B → See step 4
A: Go to next step
- CHECK COOLING SYSTEM
- Check for defects in the cooling system that might cause the system to be too cold, such as abnormal radiator fan operation or any modifications.
NG → See step 5
OK: Go to next step
- INSPECT THERMOSTAT
- Remove the thermostat . Refer to REMOVAL .
- Measure the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.
Standard value
80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
HINT:
In addition to the above check, confirm that the valve is completely closed when the temperature is below the standard.
- Reinstall the thermostat . Refer to INSTALLATION .
NG → See step 6
OK → See step 7
- GO TO DTC CHART. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
- REPAIR OR REPLACE COOLING SYSTEM. Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
- REPLACE THERMOSTAT. Refer to REMOVAL
- REPLACE ECM. Refer to REMOVAL