Caterpillar Fault Code

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110-3

Temp Gauge Maxed / High Idle.

System

Cooling System

Symptom

Temp Gauge Maxed / High Idle.

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Engine Coolant Temp Sensor - Voltage Above Normal. ACTION: Check for an "Open Circuit" (broken wire) or a disconnected plug. A high voltage usually means "Infinite Resistance."

Red Seal field insights

Specs: 5V Reference. RED SEAL FIX: If the wire is broken, the ECM thinks it's -40°C and over-fuels the engine. Use a jumper wire to ground the signal pin; if the code changes to 110-4 (Voltage Below Normal), the wiring is good and the sensor is dead.

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