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DTC P0115 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR CIRCUIT Lexus LX J80

CAUTIONIf ECM replacement is instructed in following testing, always ensure ECM connectors and ground circuit are okay. If either are suspect, repair and repeat testing to confirm ECM malfunction.

Circuit Description

The ECT sensor is a thermistor sensor that monitors water temperature. DTC is set when ECM detects an open or short circuit. Possible causes are

  1. Open or short in ECT sensor circuit.
  2. ECT sensor.
  3. ECM.

Note. If DTCs P0110, P0115 and P0120 are output together, inspect ECM terminal E2 (ground) circuit. Repair as necessary. See appropriate wiring diagram in WIRING DIAGRAMS article.