Codigo de Falla 145
Codigo de Falla 145
Codigo de Falla 145
Engine Coolant Temperature 1 Sensor Circuit - Voltage Above Normal or Shorted to High
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Circuit Description:
The coolant temperature sensor is a variable resistor sensor and is used to measure the temperature of the coolant of
the engine. The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the coolant temperature signal circuit. The ECM
monitors the change in voltage caused by changes in the resistance of the sensor to determine the coolant
temperature.
Component Location:
The engine coolant temperature sensor is located on the thermostat housing.
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Action Taken When the Fault Code is Active:
• The ECM illuminates the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp and/or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) immediately
when the diagnostic runs and fails.
• A default value is used for the engine coolant temperature reading.
• Engine Torque will be reduced.
Shop Talk:
The engine coolant temperature sensor shares return wires in the engine harness with other sensors. An open return
can cause multiple fault codes to be active.
Before troubleshooting Fault Code 144, check for multiple fault codes.
Possible causes of this fault code include:
• Open return circuit in the harness, connectors, or sensor
• Open signal circuit or shorted to a voltage source.
• Malfunctioning engine coolant temperature sensor
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File: 176-fc144 Page 3 of 3
© 2008 Cummins Inc., Box 3005, Columbus, IN 47202-3005 U.S.A. Printed from QuickServe® Online.
All Rights Reserved. Last Modified: 25-Jan-2013