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OBD-II Code

P0195 — Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction

General fault detected in the engine oil temperature sensor

System Engine
Severity Medium
Safe to drive? Yes, with caution
Advanced scanner Not necessarily

What does code P0195 mean?

General fault detected in the engine oil temperature sensor

Common symptoms

  • Engine runs hotter
  • incorrect mixture
  • irregular fuel consumption

Possible causes

  • Faulty sensor
  • heavily contaminated oil
  • damaged wiring

Initial recommendation

Inspect sensor and change oil if degraded.

Safety notice

This information is for guidance only and does not replace a physical vehicle inspection or diagnosis by a qualified mechanic. If the vehicle has severe power loss, smoke, a fuel odor, overheating, brake or steering problems, or any unsafe behavior, avoid driving it and seek professional inspection.

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