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P0115: Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit

Severity: Medium Drive gently and get it diagnosed soon.

What does P0115 mean?

There is a general fault in the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor circuit.

Generic OBD-II definition: Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit. Confirm applicability in your vehicle service information.

Common causes

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

Symptoms

  • Hard starting
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Cooling fan running constantly

Can I keep driving with P0115?

Severity: Medium Drive gently and get it diagnosed soon.

If the check engine light is flashing or the car runs badly, stop driving and have it checked.

Typical fixes

  • Check coolant level
  • Inspect connector
  • Test sensor

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