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2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6RWDAUTOMATICgasturbo
26 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0197low severityPowertrain

Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

on 2021 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 · RWD

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

  1. Test voltage
  2. Check for shorts

Repair notes

Repair or replace.

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