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DTC P0125: Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Fuel Control: Description
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor monitors temperature of coolant. This input is used by Powertrain Control Module (PCM) for engine control and as an enabling criteria for some diagnostics. Airflow coming into engine is accumulated and used to determine if engine has been driven within normal conditions. That is, conditions that would allow engine coolant to heat up normally to thermostat regulating temperature. If coolant temperature does not increase normally or does not reach regulating temperature of thermostat, problems with diagnostics may occur. Diagnostics that use ECT as an enabling criteria, may not run when expected. DTC P0125 will only run once per ignition cycle within enabling conditions. DTC P0125 will set when there has been excessive time to reach a minimum coolant temperature required for closed loop fuel control.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.