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P1117 Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations)

12 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 11 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainThermal_managementOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1117
Engine Coolant Temperature Signal Out - Of - Range Low Chevrolet · thermal_management Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine Coolant Temperature Signal Out - Of - Range Low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1117
Engine Coolant Temp Signal Out - Of - Range Low Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine Coolant Temp Signal Out - Of - Range Low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Confirm the exact vehicle, ECU and software context
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1117
ECM - internal fault Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "ECM - internal fault". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

ECM

Ford

1 interpretation
P1117
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Intermittent Ford · thermal_management Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Intermittent circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • cooling system fault
  • ECT sensor
  • CHT sensor
  • ECM

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1117
Radiator outlet engine coolant temperature (ECT) - low input Land Rover · thermal_management Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Radiator outlet engine coolant temperature (ECT) signal stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ECT sensor
  • ECM

Lexus

1 interpretation
P1117
Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Stack for Coolant Heat Storage System Lexus · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Stack for Coolant Heat Storage System circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Lexus.

MINI

1 interpretation
P1117
Mass Or Volume Air Flow Circuit Low Input Bank 2 MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the signal in the Mass Or Volume Air Flow circuit stayed below the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Porsche

1 interpretation
P1117
Oxygen Sensor Heating Porsche · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Oxygen Sensor Heating circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Porsche.

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1117
Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Stack for Coolant Heat Storage System Toyota · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit Stack for Coolant Heat Storage System circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1117
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 2, Bank 1 - heater short to ground VAG · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 2, Bank 1 - heater circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • HO2S
Applies to Audi
P1117
Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor Heating Circuit: B1 S2: Short to Ground VAG · emissions Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor Heating Circuit: B1 S2 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17525. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON

Possible causes

  • Failed O2 sensor heater circuit
  • Wiring Harness issue
  • Failing ECM

Recommended checks

  • Inspect and test O2 sensor heater circuit as per repair manual
  • Inspect and test wiring harness as per wiring diagram
Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1117
Barometric pressure (BARO) sensor - signal high Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Barometric pressure (BARO) signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • BARO sensor

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1117

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

117

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1117

What does P1117 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine Coolant Temperature Signal Out - Of - Range Low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1117 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1117 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Land Rover, Lexus, MINI, Porsche, Toyota, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1117 at file level?

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