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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)DTC DIAGNOSISDTC P0197: ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic
DTC P0197: Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor Circuit Low
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION DTC P0197: Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor Circuit Low
DTC P0197: ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE (EOT) SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW
| Description: | Indicates EOT signal voltage is low (high temperature). | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | An EOT PID reading less than 0.2 volt with the ignition ON engine OFF or during any engine operating mode indicates a concern is present. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to PINPOINT TEST DY . | ||
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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.