Coolant Temperature Is Low
Use this procedure in order to troubleshoot a low coolant temperature. Or, use this procedure if one of the following event codes is active.
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Code and Description     | Conditions which Generate this Code     | System Response     |
110-17 Engine Coolant Temperature : Low - least severe (1)     |
The temperature of the engine coolant has fallen below the trip point for the programmed delay time.     | The code is logged. The ECM may derate the engine or shutdown the engine.     |
110-18 Engine Coolant Temperature : Low - moderate severity (2)     |
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110-1 Engine Coolant Temperature : Low - most severe (3)     |
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E199(1) Low Coolant Temperature - least severe     |
The temperature of the engine coolant has fallen below the trip point for the programmed delay time.     | The code is logged. The ECM may derate the engine or shutdown the engine.     |
E199(2) Low Coolant Temperature - moderate severity     |
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E199(3) Low Coolant Temperature - most severe     |
Probable Causes
- Ambient temperatures (if applicable)
- Loads (if applicable)
- Engine speed
- Cooling fan
- Water temperature regulator
- Temperature sensor
Recommended Actions
Note: The procedures have been listed in order of probability. Complete the procedures in the order of the listed test steps.
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Troubleshooting Test Steps     | Values     | Results     |
1. Extreme Ambient Temperatures (if applicable) A. Extreme ambient temperature can cause overcooling.     |
Extreme ambient temperatures     |
Result: Ambient temperatures are extreme. Repair: Install winter covers. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result: Ambient temperatures are not extreme. Proceed to Test Step 2.     |
2. Load Factor (if applicable) A. Light loads can cause overcooling. This overcooling is caused by the low heat input of the engine.     |
Light loads     |
Result: Engine is operating under a light load. Repair: Increase load factor if possible. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result: Engine is not operating under a light load. Proceed to Test Step 3.     |
3. Low Engine Speed A. Low engine speed can cause overcooling.     |
Low engine speed     |
Result: Engine is running at a low speed. Repair: Increase engine speed if possible. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result Engine is not running at a low speed. Proceed to Test Step 4.     |
4. The Cooling Fan is Always On A. If the cooling fan is always on, overcooling can occur.     |
Fan always on     |
Result The cooling fan is always on. Repair: Resolve the issue. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result The cooling fan is not always on. Proceed to Test Step 5.     |
5. Water Temperature Regulator A regulator that is stuck open can cause overcooling. A. Test the water temperature regulator according to Testing and Adjusting, "Water Temperature Regulator - Test". B. Make sure that the proper water temperature regulator is installed. Refer to the Specifications manual for the correct water temperature regulator.     |
Water temperature regulator     |
Result The regulator is stuck open or not installed. Repair: Replace the regulator. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result The regulator not is stuck open is installed. Proceed to Test Step 6.     |
6. Faulty Coolant Temperature Sensor and/or Circuit A. Check the reading of the coolant temperature on the Cat ET. The temperature should rise steadily as the engine is warmed. Ensure that the temperature is reasonable.     |
Faulty sensor or circuit     |
Result The coolant temperature is not reasonable. Repair: Troubleshoot the circuit and the coolant temperature sensor. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Sensor Signal (Analog, Passive) - Test". Verify that the repair eliminates the problem. Result The coolant temperature is reasonable. STOP     |
If the procedure did not correct the issue, contact your Cat dealer Technical Communicator (TC). For further assistance, your TC can confer with the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN).
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