DTC 14
Fig. 046 Chart C - Code 14 Coolant Sensor Circuit:
Fig. 047 - Wiring Diagram for Code 14 Coolant Sensor Circuit. VIN P:
CODE 14
COOLANT SENSOR
(SIGNAL VOLTAGE LOW)
2.OL "J" SERIES
FUEL INJECTION (TBI)
The Coolant Temperature Sensor uses a thermistor to control the signal voltage to the ECM. The ECM applies a voltage on CKT 410 to the sensor. When the engine is cold the sensor (thermistor) resistance is high, therefore the ECM will see high signal voltage on CKT 410.
As the engine warms, the sensor resistance becomes less, and the voltage drops. At normal operating temperature the the voltage will measure above 1 to 1.5 volts at the ECM terminal C10.
Code 14 will set if signal voltage indicates a coolant temperature above 135°C (275°F) for more than 10 (ten) seconds.
Coolant temperature is one of the inputs used to control:
a. Fuel delivery.
b. Engine Timing (EST)
c. Idle (IAC)
d. Convertor Clutch (TCC)
1. If voltage is above 4 volts, the ECM and wiring are OK.
2. If checking resistance at the coolant sensor is difficult because of sensor location, disconnect the black ECM connectors and check resistance between harness connector terminals C10 and A11.