P0128

2TR-FE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM: SFI SYSTEM: P0128: Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
P0128 - Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT
This DTC relates to the thermostat.

DESCRIPTION

This DTC is set when the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) does not reach 70°C (158°F) despite sufficient engine warm-up time.





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 70°C (158°F), the ECM checks the actual ECT. If the actual ECT is less than 70°C (158°F), 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 Techstream. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0128)

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(c) Turn the Techstream ON.

(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.

(e) Read DTCs.

Result:





HINT
If any DTCs other than P0128 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.

B -- GO TO DTC CHART Engine Control System - SFI System
A -- Continue to next step.

2. CHECK COOLING SYSTEM

(a) Check for defects in the cooling system that might cause the system to be too cold, such as abnormal radiator fan operation or any modifications.

NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE COOLING SYSTEM
OK -- Continue to next step.

3. INSPECT THERMOSTAT

(a) Remove the thermostat Removal.

(b) Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat Testing and Inspection.

Standard:

80° to 84°C (176° to 183°F)

HINT
In addition to the above check, confirm that the valve is completely closed when the temperature is below the standard.

(c) Reinstall the thermostat Installation.

NG -- REPLACE THERMOSTAT Removal

OK -- REPLACE ECM Removal