P0195 OBD II Trouble Code Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction

How to diagnose, repair, and info on causes of a P0195 engine code which pertains to the engine oil temperature sensor, which has malfunctioned. Also includes links to relevant forum topics on the code.

Symptoms of P0195 OBD II Trouble Code

  • Illuminated Check Engine Light

Common Causes of P0195 OBD II Trouble Code

  • Faulty engine oil temperature sensor
  • Engine cooling system problems
  • Wiring problems
  • Faulty PCM

Severity of P0195 OBD II Trouble Code

The severity of these codes is moderate to severe. In some cases, these codes set along with coolant temperature codes, can indicate an engine overheat condition. It?s a good idea to address this code as soon as possible.