FAULT CODE 151

Coolant Temperature – Engine Protection

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Overview

CODE REASON EFFECT
Fault Code: 151
PID: P110
SPN: 110
FMI: 0
LAMP: Engine Protection or Red
SRT: 00-014
Voltage at the coolant temperature signal pin 17 of the sensor harness connector indicates the coolant temperature is above 104°C [219°F]. Progressive power and speed derate with increasing time after alert. If Engine Protection Shutdown is enabled, the engine will shut down 30 seconds after the engine protection lamp or the Red lamp* starts flashing.

Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit

Circuit Description

The coolant temperature sensor is used by the electronic control module
(ECM) to monitor the temperature of the engine coolant. The coolant temperature is used by the ECM for the engine protection system and the timing and fueling control.

Component Location

  • M11 – The coolant temperature sensor is located in the front of the thermostat housing support on most M11 applications. On bus applications, the sensor will usually be located at the rear on the thermostat housing support.
  • N14 – The coolant temperature sensor is located on the top of the thermostat housing.

Shop Talk

  • Make sure the airflow through the radiator is not obstructed.
  • *Applies to 98N14 and 98M11 calibrations only.

Troubleshooting Steps

STEPS SPECIFICATIONS
STEP 1. Check the sensor accuracy.
STEP 1A. Verify the sensor accuracy with a thermocouple or similar temperature probe. Sensor reading is correct
STEP 2. Clear the fault codes.
STEP 2A. Disable the fault code. Fault Code 151 inactive
STEP 2B. Clear the inactive fault codes. All fault codes cleared


Guided Step 1 – Check the sensor accuracy.

Guided Step 1A – Verify the sensor accuracy with a thermocouple or similar temperature probe.

Conditions

  • Turn keyswitch ON.

Action

  • Connect the temperature probe to the engine near the coolant temperature sensor.
  • Connect INSITE™ to the vehicle datalink.
  • Compare the coolant temperature reading on the service tool monitor screen with the reading from the temperature probe.

NOTE: If a temperature measuring device is not
available, then answer “OK” to this step

OK NOT OK
Sensor reading is correct

Refer to proper base engine manual.

  • Troubleshooting and Repair Manual, M11 Series Engines (STC, CELECT™, CELECT™ Plus models), Bulletin 3666139.
Does not meet specifications.
Fault Code 144


Guided Step 2 – Clear the fault codes.

Guided Step 2A – Disable the fault code.

Conditions

  • Connect all the components.

Action

  • Start the engine and let it idle for 1 minute.
  • Verify Fault Code 151 is inactive.
OK NOT OK
Fault Code 151 inactive Return to the troubleshooting steps or contact your nearest Cummins Authorized Repair Location if all the steps have been completed and checked again.

Guided Step 2B – Clear the inactive fault codes.

Conditions

  • Connect all the components.

Action

  • Erase the inactive fault codes using INSITE™.
OK NOT OK
All fault codes cleared Troubleshoot any remaining active fault codes.
Repair complete
Appropriate troubleshooting chart
Last Modified:  10-Mar-2003