What does code P1185 mean?

Q: What does code P1185 mean?

Engine Oil Temperature Circuit. P1185 on Chrysler vehicles indicates that the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected an abnormal signal from the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor circuit. The PCM uses this sensor to monitor oil temperature for fuel injection timing, cooling fan operation, and other engine management functions, and it sets the code when the signal falls outside the expected voltage range or is intermittent.

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P1185 · ChryslerEngine Oil Temperature Circuit

P1185 on Chrysler vehicles indicates that the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected an abnormal signal from the engine oil temperature (EOT) sensor circuit. The PCM uses this sensor to monitor oil temperature for fuel injection timing, cooling fan operation, and other engine management functions, and it sets the code when the signal falls outside the expected voltage range or is intermittent.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeChrysler specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaFuel and air metering

Guidance is general and written for Chrysler vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.