DTC P0128: Thermostat Malfunction: Procedure
- CHECK OTHER DTC OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0128)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes.
- Read the DTCs.
Result
Result Proceed to P0128 A P0128 and other DTCs B HINT:
If any other codes besides P0128 are output, perform the troubleshooting for those DTCs first.
B → See step 4
A: Go to next step
- CHECK COOLING SYSTEM
- Check for defects in the cooling system that might cause the system to be too cold, such as an abnormal radiator fan operation or a modified cooling system.
- Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.
Standard
Valve opening temperature is 80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
HINT:
Also check that the valve is completely closed below the opening temperature shown above.
NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE COOLING SYSTEM
OK: Go to next step
- INSPECT THERMOSTAT
- Inspect the thermostat. Refer to INSPECTION .
NG → See step 5
OK → See step 6
- GO TO DTC CHART. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
- REPLACE THERMOSTAT. Refer to REMOVAL
- REPLACE ECM. Refer to REMOVAL