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1996 SUBARU SVX

3.3L H6AWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0198low severityPowertrain

Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit High

on 1996 Subaru SVX 3.3L H6 · AWD

What this code means

High voltage from the engine oil temperature sensor.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Low oil temp reading displayed

Common causes

  • Open circuit
  • Faulty sensor
  • Disconnected

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test voltage
  2. Check for opens

Repair notes

Repair or replace.

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