READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR)
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR OPEN IN WIRE HARNESS)
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM)
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS)
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM)
DTC P0180 Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit |
DTC P0182 Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input |
DTC P0183 Fuel Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit High Input |
DESCRIPTION
The fuel temperature sensor monitors the fuel temperature. The fuel temperature sensor has a thermistor that varies its resistance depending on the fuel temperature. When the fuel temperature is low, the resistance of the thermistor is high. When the temperature is high, the resistance is low. The variations of resistance are communicated to the ECM as changes of voltage (see Fig. 1).The fuel temperature sensor is connected to the ECM (see below). The 5 V power source voltage in the ECM is applied to the fuel temperature sensor from terminal THF via resistor R.
The resistor R and fuel temperature sensor are connected in series. When the resistance value of the fuel temperature sensor changes due to a change of fuel temperature, the voltage at terminal THF also changes. Based on this signal, the ECM corrects the pressure control compensation of the supply pump and determines errors.

DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
P0180 | Open or short in fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1-trip detection logic) |
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P0182 | Short in fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1-trip detection logic) |
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P0183 | Open in fuel temperature sensor circuit for 0.5 seconds (1-trip detection logic) |
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INSPECTION PROCEDURE
- ПРИМЕЧАНИЕ:
- After replacing the ECM, the new ECM needs registration (See page Нажмите здесь) and initialization (See page Нажмите здесь).
- УКАЗАНИЕ:
- 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 help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
1.READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR) |
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on (IG) and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Fuel Temperature.
Read the value.
- Standard value:
- Same value as the actual fuel temperature
- Result:
Result Proceed to Temperature displayed: -40°C (-40°F) A Temperature displayed: 140°C (284°F) or more B Temperature displayed: OK (Same as actual fuel temperature) C
- УКАЗАНИЕ:
- If there is an open circuit, the tester indicates -40°C (-40°F).
- If there is a short circuit, the tester indicates 140°C (284°F) or more.
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2.READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR OPEN IN WIRE HARNESS) |
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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Connect terminals 1 and 2 of the fuel temperature sensor wire harness side connector.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on (IG) and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menu: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Fuel Temperature.
Read the value.
- Standard value:
- 140°C (284°F) or more
Reconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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OK | ||
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3.CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM) |
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Standard resistance:
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition B38-2 - B31-112 (THF) Always Below 1 Ω B38-1 - B31-89 (ETHF) Always Below 1 Ω
Reconnect the fuel temperature sensor.
Reconnect the ECM connector.
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OK | ||
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4.READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS) |
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch on (IG) and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Fuel Temperature.
Read the value.
- Standard value:
- -40°C (-40°F) or more
Reconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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OK | ||
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5.CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL TEMPERATURE SENSOR - ECM) |
Disconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
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Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Standard resistance:
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition B38-2 or B31-112 (THF) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
Reconnect the fuel temperature sensor connector.
Reconnect the ECM connector.
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OK | ||
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