P0197low severityPowertrain
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
on 2011 Jeep Wrangler 3.8L V6 · 4WD
What this code means
Low voltage from the engine oil temperature sensor.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- High oil temp reading displayed
Common causes
- Short to ground
- Faulty sensor
Diagnostic steps
- Test voltage
- Check for shorts
Repair notes
Repair or replace.
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