Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Confirmation Procedure
- CHECK DTC PRIORITY
If DTC P0125 is displayed with DTC P0117 or P0118, first perform the confirmation procedure (trouble diagnosis) for DTC P0117 or P0118.
Is DTC P0117 or P0118 detected?
YES
Perform diagnosis of applicable.
- DTC P0117: Refer to DTC Description .
- DTC P0118: Refer to DTC Description .
NO
GO TO 2.
- PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure before conducting the next test.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
GO TO 3.
- CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR FUNCTION
With CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- On CONSULT screen, select "ENGINE">>"Data Monitor".
- Check that "COOLAN TEMP/S" is above -10 deg.C (14 deg.F).
Is the temperature above -10 deg.C (14 deg.F)?
YES
INSPECTION END
NO
GO TO 4.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT
- Start engine and run it for 65 minutes at idle speed.
If "COOLAN TEMP/S" increases to more than -10 deg.C (14 deg.F) within 65 minutes, stop engine because the test result will be OK.
CAUTION: Be careful not to overheat engine. - Check 1st trip DTC.
Is DTC P0125 detected?
YES
Refer to DTC Diagnosis Procedure .
NO
To check malfunction symptom before repair: Refer to Inspection .
NO
Confirmation after repair: INSPECTION END
- Start engine and run it for 65 minutes at idle speed.
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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.
