DTC P0118 Honda

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit High Voltage

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit High Voltage

Description

If the ECT sensor 1 output voltage is less than the set value when the engine coolant temperature is low, the PCM detects a malfunction and a DTC is stored. The execution time is continuous and the duration time is 2 seconds or more. DTC P0117 is not active. The ECT sensor 1 output voltage is 4.92 V or more for at least 2 seconds. NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot.

Cause and Solution

Poor connections or loose terminals at ECT sensor 1 and the PCM Open in the wire between the PCM and ECT sensor 1 Open in the wire between the PCM and ECT sensor 1 Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software, Faulty ECT sensor (1) Faulty PCM

Video Guide

Duration: PT4M34S | Uploaded: 2020-06-20

Diagnostic Info

  • DTC Code: P0118
  • Brand: Honda
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