Lexus ES: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Short to Ground (P011511)
DESCRIPTION
A thermistor, whose resistance value varies according to the engine coolant temperature, is built into the engine coolant temperature sensor. The structure of the sensor and its connection to the ECM are the same as those of the intake air temperature sensor.
Refer to DTC P011011.
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HINT:
When DTC P011511 is stored, the ECM enters fail-safe mode. During fail-safe mode, the engine coolant temperature is estimated to be 80°C (176°F) by the ECM. Fail-safe mode continues until a pass condition is detected.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | Memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P011511 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Short to Ground | The engine coolant temperature sensor output voltage is less than 0.142 V for 0.5 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic). |
| Comes on | DTC stored | SAE Code: P0117 |
HINT:
When this DTC is output, check the engine coolant temperature in the Data List. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
| DTC No. | Coolant Temperature | Malfunction |
|---|---|---|
| P011511 | Higher than 135°C (275°F) | Short to ground in THW circuit |
If the Data List values is normal it may be due to a temporary recovery from the malfunction condition. Check for intermittent problems.
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The engine coolant temperature sensor is used to monitor the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant temperature sensor has a thermistor with a resistance that varies according to the temperature of the engine coolant. When the coolant temperature is low, the resistance in the thermistor increases. When the temperature is high, the resistance drops. These variations in resistance are reflected in the output voltage from the sensor. The ECM monitors the sensor voltage and uses this value to calculate the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant temperature sensor output voltage deviates from the normal operating range, the ECM interprets this as a fault in the engine coolant temperature sensor circuit and stores this DTC.
Example:
If the engine coolant temperature sensor output voltage is less than 0.142 V for 0.5 seconds or more, the ECM store this DTC.
MONITOR STRATEGY
| Related DTCs | P0117: Engine coolant temperature sensor range check (low voltage) |
| Required Sensors/Components (Main) | Engine coolant temperature sensor |
| Required Sensors/Components (Related) | - |
| Frequency of Operation | Continuous |
| Duration | 0.5 seconds |
| MIL Operation | Immediate |
| Sequence of Operation | None |
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
| Monitor runs whenever the following DTCs are not stored | None |
| All of the following conditions are met | - |
| Battery voltage | 8 V or higher |
| Engine switch | On (IG) |
| Starter | Off |
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
| Engine coolant temperature sensor voltage [Engine coolant temperature] | Less than 0.142 V [Higher than 135°C (275°F)] |
CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN
HINT:
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After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.
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When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.
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- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
- Turn the engine switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG) [A].
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Wait 0.5 seconds or more [B].
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes [C].
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Read the pending DTCs.
HINT:
- If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
- If a pending DTC is not output, perform the following procedure.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
- Input the DTC: P011511.
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Check the DTC judgment result.
Techstream Display
Description
NORMAL
- DTC judgment completed
- System normal
ABNORMAL
- DTC judgment completed
- System abnormal
INCOMPLETE
- DTC judgment not completed
- Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions
HINT:
- If the judgment result is NORMAL, the system is normal.
- If the judgment result is ABNORMAL, the system is malfunctioning.
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[A] to [C]: Normal judgment procedure.
The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.
- When clearing the permanent DTCs, do not disconnect the cable from the battery terminal or attempt to clear the DTCs during this procedure, as doing so will clear the universal trip and normal judgment histories.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
- If DTC P011511 is stored, check that the engine does not overheat (the DTC P011511 may be stored due to engine overheating).
- Read freeze frame data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
PROCEDURE
| 1. | READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS) |
| *1 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| *2 | ECM |
(a) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List / Coolant Temperature.
Powertrain > Engine > Data List| Tester Display |
|---|
| Coolant Temperature |
(f) According to the display on the Techstream, read the Data List.
OK:
| Techstream Display | Specified Condition |
|---|---|
| Coolant Temperature | -40°C (-40°F) |
HINT:
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the engine coolant temperature sensor.
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| OK | .gif) | REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR |
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| 2. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM) |
(a) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
(b) Disconnect the ECM connector.
(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| C24-2 or C32-101 (THW) - Body ground and other terminals | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| OK | | REPLACE ECM |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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