DTC P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
HINT: This DTC relates to the thermostat.
DESCRIPTION This DTC is set when the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) does not reach 75C (167F) despite sufficient engine warm-up time
DTC No. |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
P0128 |
Conditions (a), (b) and (c) are met for 5 seconds (2 trip
detection logic):
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MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The ECM estimates the ECT based on the starting temperature, engine loads, and engine speeds. The ECM then compares the estimated temperature with the actual ECT. When the estimated ECT reaches 75C (167F), the ECM checks the actual ECT. If the actual ECT is less than 75C (167F), the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the thermostat or the engine cooling system and sets the DTC.
MONITOR STRATEGY
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT: Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can be helpful in determining whether the vehicle was running or stopped, whether the engine was warmed up or not, whether the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other data recorded at the time of a malfunction
1 CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0128)
Result
HINT: If any DTCs other than P0128 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
2 CHECK COOLING SYSTEM
3 INSPECT THERMOSTAT
Standard: 80 to 84C (176 to 183F)
HINT: In addition to the above check, confirm that the valve is completely closed when the temperature is below the standard.
REPLACE ECM
Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (second seat)
Secure the child restraint system
using the seat belt or
LATCH anchors, and adjust the
head restraint to the uppermost
position.
*: Ottoman seat only
Latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top
tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is
secure ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. INSPECT SEAT POSITION SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT
INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
Perform a diagnostic system check.
2. INSPECT SEAT POSITION SENSOR (VEHICLE
INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
Perform a diagnostic system check.
Even if the airbag was not deployed, check if there
is any dama ...
Removal
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE (for 2WD)
(a) Disconnect the skid control sensor connector.
(b) Remove the bolt and disconnect the bracket from
the rear axle beam assembly.
HINT:
Separate the RH side by the same procedures as
the LH side.
3. SEPARATE SPEED SENSO ...