Error code · Engine

P0217 — Engine Coolant Over Temperature Condition

Stop driving

A fault code doesn’t yet mean the unit or sensor itself is faulty: often it’s the plug and connector leading to it.

Possible causes

What you can do yourself

  1. Pull over and stop the engine. Don’t open the coolant reservoir cap on a hot engine.
  2. When it cools down, check the coolant and the fan (“Assistant” tab).

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The explanation comes from the error code reference in the AvtoElektrik PRO app.

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Nearby codes

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