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P0128 EV diagnostic code

Defective Engine Thermostat, Defective Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Intake Air Temperature Sensor, Defective Cooling System, Low Engine Coolant, Dirty Engine Coolant causing incorrect Coolant Temperature Sensor readings, Defective/always running Engine Cooling fan(s)

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Reference definitions

  • AUDI: Defective Engine Thermostat, Defective Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Intake Air Temperature Sensor, Defective Cooling System, Low Engine Coolant, Dirty Engine Coolant causing incorrect Coolant Temperature Sensor readings, Defective/always running Engine Cooling fan(s) Source
  • GENERIC: Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) Source
  • GENERIC: Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature Source

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