OBD Guide

P1620

Low Engine Coolant Circuit Conditions

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Low coolant warning on instrument panel
  • Possible engine overheating
  • Unstable engine temperature readings
  • False alarms of the cooling system

Causes

  • Low coolant level
  • Coolant level sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the coolant level and add if necessary
  2. Inspect the coolant level sensor for damage
  3. Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors
  4. Test the coolant level sensor
  5. Check error codes in the engine control unit

Related codes

Error P1620 by Vehicle Brand