PowertrainP2185

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High

33 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 33

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
BMW	P2185	Short circuit to negative or open circuit Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P2185	Kylvätsketemperaturgivare 2 krets hög Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
GM	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Output Circuit Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Hyundai	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Maserati	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Nissan	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Opel	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Porsche	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Proton	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
Saab	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P2185	Engine Coolant Temp.Circ. High Input Brand	Powertrain
Subaru	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High SAE	Powertrain
SWM Motor	P2185	Radiator outlet cooling water temperature sensor circuit overvoltage Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P2185	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P2185	Engine cooling temperature sensor 2 voltage high Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P2185	Engine coolant temp sensor on radiator outlet (G83): signal too high; Defective Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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