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PSG16 / P0117 02

Read the instructions below then start the fault diagnostic procedure.

Symptom: Fault indicator lamp (for further information see WIS Fault diagnosis, general) Radiator fan runs continuously when the engine is running. Extended glow duration.

  P0117 02


Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit. Short to Ground.

Fault symptom

Fault indicator lamp (for further information see WIS Fault diagnosis, general)

Radiator fan runs continuously when the engine is running.

Extended glow duration.

On-board diagnosis

Type of diagnosis:

Continuous

Enable criteria:

Ignition ON.
Engine running.
The following diagnostic trouble codes may not be generated:
P0196, P0197, P0198

Fault criteria:

When input voltage is below 0.21V for more than 0.6 seconds.

Dependent:

P0196
P0198
P0197

System reaction to a fault:

The control module uses 0°C as a substitute value.

OK report:

Input conditions fulfilled without a fault reported.

Checking the wiring harness

Faults in the control module female connector can be the cause of the DTC. Check the connector with respect to oxidation, depressed pins and pin clamping force.
Move the wiring harness at several spots and in several directions to reveal intermittent breaks and short-circuits. Check switches, connectors and crimp connections for oxidation, retracted pins and pin clamping force.

Diagnostic help

Diagnosis regards:


Functions in the diagnostic tool related to the fault:

Engine Coolant Temperature
Coolant Temperature Sensor
(See also description of readings/activations in diagnostic tool)