Has code P0118 what is the ECT and where is it Located
The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is a thermistor screwed into a coolant passage in the cylinder head. Sensor resistance is high when coolant temperature is low and resistance drops when coolant temperature increases. The powertrain control module (PCM) provides a 5 volt reference and a ground to the sensor. The PCM monitors voltage drop to determine coolant temperature. If the ECT reads less than freezing temp. when engine has been running for more than a few minutes, the PCM determines a circuit fault and sets this code. Or if the PCM determines the sensor resistance is out of specs, this code is set.
Potential Symptoms
Symptoms of a P0118 could include:
A code P0118 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
The reference values given below are measured between ECM terminal 72 and ground...
When measuring input / output voltage be careful not to use ECM ground terminals. The ECM will enter fail safe mode once a malfunction is detected and the MI will light up.
Usually, P0118 is indicative of a bad temperature sensor, but doesn't
rule out these other possibilities. If you're unsure of how to diagnose a PCM,
do not attempt.
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