Error Code P0116 Causes, Symptoms, and Fixes

Fault code P0116, applicable to all vehicle manufacturers, indicates “Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem” . This generic powertrain code signifies that the vehicle’s Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected that the signal from the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is outside the expected or plausible range for the current operating conditions .