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P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Code - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High

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|Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Possible Causes

  • Low engine coolant level
  • Faulty Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
  • Faulty engine coolant thermostat
  • Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor electrical circuit poor connection

|How do I Fix the Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue?

Check the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.

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|Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Tech Notes

If the coolant level is not low and thermostat is not stuck open or closed replacing the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor should take care of the problem.

|What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue?

Labor: 1.0

The cost of diagnosing the P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle's make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

|When is the Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Detected?

An excessively high voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM.

|What are Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

|Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Description

The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is used to detect the engine coolant temperature. The sensor modifies a voltage signal from the Engine Control Module (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.

OBDII Code P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High - AutoCodes.com
P0118 2008 Nissan Rogue Code - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High

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