sensor NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Engine Control Workshop Manual

DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSORPFP:22630
Component DescriptionNBS0005N
The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is used to detect the
engine coolant temperature. The sensor modifies a voltage signal
from the ECM. The modified signal returns to the ECM as the engine
coolant temperature input. The sensor uses a thermistor which is
sensitive to the change in temperature. The electrical resistance of
the thermistor decreases as temperature increases.

*: This data is reference values and is measured between ECM terminal 71 (Engine
coolant temperature sensor) and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS0005O
These self-diagnoses have the one trip detection logic.
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode and the MIL lights up.
SEF594K
Engine coolant temperature
°C (°F)Voltage* V Resistance kΩ
−10 (14) 4.4 7.0 - 11.4
20 (68) 3.5 2.37 - 2.63
50 (122) 2.2 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.9 0.236 - 0.260
SEF012P
DTC No.Trouble Diagnosis
NameDTC Detecting Condition Possible Cause
P0117
0117Engine coolant tem-
perature sensor cir-
cuit low inputAn excessively low voltage from the sensor is
sent to ECM.

Harness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted.)

Engine coolant temperature sensor
P0118
0118Engine coolant tem-
perature sensor cir-
cuit high inputAn excessively high voltage from the sensor is
sent to ECM.
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Engine coolant temper-
ature sensor circuitEngine coolant temperature will be determined by ECM based on the time after turning ignition switch ON
or START.
CONSULT-III displays the engine coolant temperature decided by ECM.
ConditionEngine coolant temperature decided
(CONSULT-III display)
Just as ignition switch is turned ON or START 40°C (104°F)
More than approx. 4 minutes after ignition ON or
START80°C (176°F)
Except as shown above40 - 80°C (104 - 176°F)
(Depends on the time)
When the fail-safe system for engine coolant temperature sensor is activated, the cooling fan operates
while engine is running.

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DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS0005P
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait at least 5 seconds.
2. Check DTC.
3. If DTC is detected, go to EC-226, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.

DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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Wiring DiagramNBS0005Q
TBWT1629E

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DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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Diagnostic ProcedureNBS0005R
1. CHECK GROUND CONNECTIONS
Models with VDC system, navigation system or telephone
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Loosen and retighten ground screws on the body. Refer to EC-150, "
Ground Inspection" .
Models without VDC system, navigation system and telephone
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Loosen and retighten ground screws on the body. Refer to EC-150, "
Ground Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace ground connections.
1. Body ground E17 2. Body ground E43 3. Body ground B102
:Vehicle front
1. Body ground E17 2. Body ground E43 3. Body ground F152
(Passenger side view with dash side
finisher removed)
:Vehicle front
PBIB3560E
PBIB3561E

DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SENSOR
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2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connec-
tor (1).
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between engine coolant temperature sensor ter-
minal 1 and ground with CONSULT-III or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power
in harness or connectors.
3. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR OPEN AND SHORT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector.
3. Check harness continuity between ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE sensor terminal 2 and ECM ter-
minal 84.
Refer to Wiring Diagram.
4. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-228, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
5. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-141, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
: Vehicle front
PBIB3503E
Voltage: Approximately 5V
PBIB0080E
Continuity should exist.

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Component InspectionNBS0005S
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor
terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.

2. If NG, replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
Removal and InstallationNBS0005T
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to CO-28, "WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING" .
PBIB2005E
Engine coolant
temperature°C (°F)Resistance kΩ
20 (68) 2.37 - 2.63
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
SEF012P

DTC P0122, P0123, P0227, P0228 TP SENSOR
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DTC P0122, P0123, P0227, P0228 TP SENSORPFP:16119
Component DescriptionNBS0005U
Electric throttle control actuator consists of throttle control motor,
throttle position sensor, etc. The throttle position sensor responds to
the throttle valve movement.
The throttle position sensor has two sensors. These sensors are a
kind of potentiometers which transform the throttle valve position into
output voltage, and emit the voltage signal to the ECM. In addition,
these sensors detect the opening and closing speed of the throttle
valve and feed the voltage signals to the ECM. The ECM judges the
current opening angle of the throttle valve from these signals and the
ECM controls the throttle control motor to make the throttle valve
opening angle properly in response to driving condition.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS0005V
Specification data are reference values.
*: Throttle position sensor 2 signal is converted by ECM internally. Thus, it differs from ECM terminal voltage signal.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS0005W
These self-diagnoses have the one trip detection logic.
NOTE:
If DTC P0122, P0123, P0227 or P0228 is displayed with DTC P0643, first perform the trouble diagnosis
for DTC P0643.
Refer to EC-514, "
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY" .
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, ECM enters fail-safe mode and the MIL lights up.
PBIB0145E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
TP SEN 1-B1
TP SEN 1-B2
TP SEN 2-B1*
TP SEN 2-B2*

Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)

Shift lever: D (A/T), 1st (M/T)Accelerator pedal: Fully released More than 0.36V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Less than 4.75V
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0122
0122
(Bank 1)
Throttle position sensor
2 circuit low inputAn excessively low voltage from the TP sensor
2 is sent to ECM.

Harness or connectors
(TP sensor 2 circuit is open or shorted.)

Electric throttle control actuator
(TP sensor 2) P0227
0227
(Bank 2)
P0123
0123
(Bank 1)
Throttle position sensor
2 circuit high inputAn excessively high voltage from the TP sen-
sor 2 is sent to ECM.
P0228
0228
(Bank 2)
Engine operation condition in fail-safe mode
The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator in regulating the throttle opening in order for the idle position to be within +10
degrees.
The ECM regulates the opening speed of the throttle valve to be slower than the normal condition.
So, the acceleration will be poor.

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DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS0005X
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 8V at idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for 1 second.
2. Check DTC.
3. If DTC is detected, go to EC-235, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.

DTC P0122, P0123, P0227, P0228 TP SENSOR
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Wiring DiagramNBS0005Y
BANK 1
TBWT1630E

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DTC P0122, P0123, P0227, P0228 TP SENSOR
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Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
TER-
MINAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
30 YThrottle position sensor 1
(bank 1)[Ignition switch: ON]

Engine stopped

Shift lever: D (A/T) or 1st (M/T)

Accelerator pedal: Fully releasedMore than 0.36V
[Ignition switch: ON]

Engine stopped

Shift lever: D (A/T) or 1st (M/T)

Accelerator pedal: Fully depressedLess than 4.75V
34 LThrottle position sensor 2
(bank 1)[Ignition switch: ON]

Engine stopped

Shift lever: D (A/T) or 1st (M/T)

Accelerator pedal: Fully releasedLess than 4.75V
[Ignition switch: ON]

Engine stopped

Shift lever: D (A/T) or 1st (M/T)

Accelerator pedal: Fully depressedMore than 0.36V
40 RSensor ground
[Throttle position sensor
(bank 1)][Engine is running]

Warm-up condition

Idle speed0V
44 BSensor power supply
[Throttle position sensor
(bank 1)][Ignition switch: ON]5V