Possible Causes

2003 Nissan-Datsun Frontier Base, StandardSECTION Possible Causes

Malfunction is detected when voltage sent to ECM from ECT sensor is not practical, even when some time has passed since starting engine; or engine coolant temperature is insufficient for closed loop fuel control. Possible causes are:

  • ECT sensor circuit open or shorted.
  • Defective ECT sensor.
  • Defective thermostat.

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