P0116
ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
2023-2024 Nissan Ariya Evolve+ Dual Motor AWD
Moderate SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)
Description
The ECT sensor reading is not changing appropriately as the engine warms up.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Poor fuel economy
- Overheating concern
- Fan issues
Common Causes
- Stuck thermostat
- Faulty ECT sensor
- Air pocket in cooling system
- Low coolant
Diagnostic Steps
- Monitor ECT warmup curve
- Test thermostat
- Check for air in system
- Test sensor
Repair Notes
Replace thermostat or ECT sensor. Bleed cooling system.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0070Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- P0071Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0072Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- P0073Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit
- P0117ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input
- P0118ECT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
- P0119ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent
- P0125Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
- P0128Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
P0116 on Other Vehicles
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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 P0116 mean on a 2023-2024 Nissan Ariya?
P0116 stands for "ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance". The ECT sensor reading is not changing appropriately as the engine warms up.
What are the symptoms of P0116 on a Nissan Ariya?
Common symptoms of P0116 include: Check Engine Light, Poor fuel economy, Overheating concern, Fan issues.
What causes P0116 on a 2023-2024 Nissan Ariya?
Common causes of P0116 include: Stuck thermostat, Faulty ECT sensor, Air pocket in cooling system, Low coolant.