P0115 Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit

Powertrain Severity: Moderate Generic OBD-II

Electrical fault in the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor circuit.

Common causes

  • Faulty ECT sensor
  • Damaged wiring or connector
  • Low coolant level

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Cooling fan running all the time
  • Hard starting
  • Poor fuel economy

What to check

  1. Check coolant level
  2. Compare ECT with ambient on a cold engine
  3. Inspect connector

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