P0198 Infiniti Code - Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input
Quick Answer
The Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor is used to detect the engine oil temperature. Common causes include Faulty Engine Oil Temperature sensor, Engine Oil Temperature sensor harness is open or shorted, Engine Oil Temperature sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
- What it means
- P0198 Infiniti indicates Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Faulty Engine Oil Temperature sensor, Engine Oil Temperature sensor harness is open or shorted, Engine Oil Temperature sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
- Severity
- High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
- Can I drive?
- Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
Code P0198 Infiniti Description
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0198 Infiniti?
- Faulty Engine Oil Temperature sensor
- Engine Oil Temperature sensor harness is open or shorted
- Engine Oil Temperature sensor circuit poor electrical connection
How to Fix the DTC P0198 Infiniti?
Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.
What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?
Labor: 1.0
To diagnose the P0198 Infiniti code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.
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Frequently Asked Questions about P0198 Infiniti Code
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Discuss the causes and fixes for P0198 Infiniti OBDII Code
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Hi guys
I had my engine replaced on my 2013 Infinity G37 about 6mths ago by the dealer with only 70000 miles on the car, I have only driven the car about 500 miles since the motor was replaced. The other day while driving to my dissapointment the service engine soon light appeared. I brought the car to Auto Zone who read the coce as a P198, I then brought the car to Infinity dealer who reset the ecm , but the code came back..after driving about 10 miles. I am bringing back for service Sat, any ideas about what may be doing on and how concerned should I be over this ? -
Are there any other symptoms? engine noise?
I never had that problem before; my best guess is that they may have damage the wire from the sensor to the ECM during the engine installation. The sensor rarely goes bad, the only problem is that sometimes the sensor leaks, but no engine light.
If the engine oil level is OK and there are no other symptoms, then you shouldn't be concern, but the dealer has to fix the problem.
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