DTC P01E3-15: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Short to Battery or Open [10/2022 - ]: Description
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Refer to DTC P01E3-11.
Refer to DESCRIPTION
HINT:
When DTC P01E3-15 is stored, the ECM enters fail-safe mode. The ECM changes the engine coolant temperature judgment value (for water inlet housing side) to the outlet coolant temperature - 5°C (-9°F) and sets the target engine coolant temperature to 82°C (180°F), Fail-safe mode continues until a pass condition is detected.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01E3-15 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Short to Battery or Open | The engine coolant temperature sensor (for water inlet housing side) output voltage is higher than 4.91 V for 3 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic). |
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Comes on | SAE Code: P01E6 |
HINT:
When a DTC is output, check the Data List item "Coolant Temperature Sensor3" using the GTS.
Refer to DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST [10/2022 - 11/2023] , or refer to DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST [11/2023 - ]
| DTC No. | Coolant Temperature Sensor3 | Malfunction |
|---|---|---|
| P01E3-15 | -40°C (-40°F) |
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If the Data List displays a normal value, the normal value may be due to a temporary recovery from the malfunction condition. Check for intermittent problems.