2EEC - P3196

2020 BMW 128i Coupe (E82) L6-3.0L (N51) Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ): Service instruction

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2EEC - P3196 (DME)

2EEC - P3196

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DME

Fault code

2EEC - P3196

Fault text

Temperature sensor cooler outlet, plausibility

Fault description

Cold Start Radiator Coolant Temperature Sensor Signal High

Condition for fault identification

Test condition:

Engine must be running

Terminal condition: Terminal 15 ON Voltage condition:

11 V < electrical system voltage < 26 V

Condition for fault memory entry

no debounce, fault code entered when engine is extremely cold (coolant temperature < -10 锟斤拷C) with excessively high sensor data reading immediately after engine start

Action in service

Visual inspection of sensor

Perform electrical check on sensor and power-supply wires

Test to determine whether the temperature really changes when the thermostat opens

Replace sensor

Fault effect and breakdown warning

Driver information

Warning light:

MIL ON in US versions only