P0196: Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION P0196: Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
P0196 - ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  Indicates the sensed EOT value from the EOT sensor is not within the PCM predicted engine oil temperature range, based on other PCM inputs.
Possible Causes: 
  • Engine not at operating temperature.
  • Cooling system problem of stuck thermostat.
  • EOT circuit failure.
  • Damaged PCM.
Diagnostic Aids:  The EOT rationality test looks for the engine oil temperature sensor to be within a calibrated delta of the PCM predicted engine oil temperature. Make sure EOT sensor reading is similar to the engine temperature. If the EOT reading greatly differs from engine temperature, check the EOT circuitry for correct operation.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DY: ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR Step 1.
RENDER: 1.0x

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