Typical Malfunction Thresholds

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Typical Malfunction Thresholds
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Potentiometer detection 

Fig 1: DTC P1121 Typical Malfunction Thresholds Table Of Potentiometer Detection
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TANK OUTLET COOLANT TEMPERATURE DETECTION (DTC P1121)

Either of the following conditions is met: (a) or (b)
(a) Heat storage tank outlet coolant temperature when recover starts 60°C (108 °F) or more
(b) Heat storage tank outlet coolant temperature difference during water valve check Less than 3°C (5.4 °F)
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