Power Solutions International, Inc.

DTC 217

UnclassifiedCooling

What This Code Means

MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) On; Engine shutdown; Engine coolant temperature reading or estimate greater than 230 degrees F for greater than 10 seconds; Engine running too hot

Possible Causes

  • •Cooling system not full
  • •Improper coolant type
  • •Improper 50/50 mix of coolant and water
  • •Fan belts not intact or loose
  • •Debris on the radiator core impeding airflow
  • •Hot air recirculating around the radiator
  • •Hot exhaust being drawn into the airflow through the radiator

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Thoroughly inspect the cooling system to find the root cause of overheating
  2. 2Fill the cooling system
  3. 3Ensure coolant is the proper type and proper 50/50 mix of coolant and water
  4. 4Inspect, tighten, or replace fan belts
  5. 5Inspect and clean the radiator core (remove fan guards if necessary to clean properly)
  6. 6Correct hot air recirculation or hot exhaust draw issues around the radiator

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