Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0197
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Low
Engine oil temperature sensor signal below minimum. Shorted to ground or open.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number1 / 97
Possible causes
- Signal wire shorted to ground high
- Sensor failed medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 60–300 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2 h
- Component: engine oil temperature sensor
- Component: sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012