Engine Error
P0196
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
Severity
Medium
Symptoms
Engine feels sluggish when cold, oil temp gauge reading incorrectly
Common Causes
- EOT sensor reading out of scale
- Extremely dirty engine oil
- Faulty EOT sensor
- Engine running too cold (thermostat issue)
How to Fix
- 1 Replace EOT sensor
- 2 Perform oil and filter change
- 3 Inspect and replace engine thermostat
- 4 Clear code and re-test
Estimated Repair Cost
USD
$50
–
$250
Oil change: 50 - 100; EOT sensor: 80 - 200