Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
2007-2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L I4
Description
The engine coolant has not reached the expected temperature within a specified time after startup.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Poor fuel economy
- Heater not getting hot
- Engine running cool
Common Causes
- Stuck-open thermostat
- Missing thermostat
- Faulty ECT sensor
- Cooling fan stuck on
Diagnostic Steps
- Monitor ECT warmup curve
- Check thermostat
- Verify fan operation
- Test ECT sensor
Repair Notes
Replace thermostat.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0128 on Other Vehicles
Nissan 200SX
1995-1998 1.6L I4 GA16DE
Nissan 200SX SE-R
1995-1998 2.0L I4 SR20DE
Nissan 240SX
1995-1998 2.4L I4 KA24DE
Nissan 300ZX
1990-1996 3.0L V6 VG30DE
Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo
1990-1996 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 VG30DETT
Nissan 350Z
2003-2006 3.5L V6 VQ35DE
Nissan 350Z
2007-2009 3.5L V6 VQ35HR
Nissan 370Z
2009-2020 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR
Common Questions
What does code P0128 mean on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
P0128 stands for "Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature". The engine coolant has not reached the expected temperature within a specified time after startup.
What are the symptoms of P0128 on a Nissan Altima?
Common symptoms of P0128 include: Check Engine Light, Poor fuel economy, Heater not getting hot, Engine running cool.
What causes P0128 on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
Common causes of P0128 include: Stuck-open thermostat, Missing thermostat, Faulty ECT sensor, Cooling fan stuck on.