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On Board Diagnosis Logic

NOTE:
  • If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.
  • If DTC P1217 is displayed with DTC P0607, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0607. Refer to [P0607 ECM ].

If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will rise.

When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is indicated.

This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic. 

DTC DETECTING CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217
Engine over temperature (Overheat)
  • Cooling fan does not operate properly (Overheat).
  • Cooling fan system does not operate properly (Overheat).
  • Engine coolant level was not added to the system using the proper filling method.
  • Engine coolant is not within the specified range.
  • Harness or connectors (The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted.)
  • IPDM E/R
  • Cooling fan
  • Cooling fan (Crankshaft driven)
  • Radiator hose
  • Radiator
  • Radiator cap
  • Reservoir tank
  • Reservoir tank cap
  • Water pump
  • Thermostat

For more information, refer to [P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE ].
CAUTION: When a malfunction is indicated, always replace the coolant. Refer to [CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT ]. Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to [CHANGING ENGINE OIL ].
  1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Always use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to [ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION ].
  2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.