P0655
Engine Hot Lamp Output Control Circuit Malfunction
Generic code
Computer Output Circuit
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0655 means
- The fault code P0655 indicates that there is an issue with the circuit that provides reference voltage to a sensor in the vehicle. This can lead to performance issues and may cause the vehicle to fail an emissions test.
Possible symptoms
- Illuminated check engine light
- Flashing Engine Overheating indicator
Possible causes
- Failed Engine over temp (Overheating) indicator bulb or the assciated circuit.
- Faulty Engine Temperature sensor
- A faulty engine control module (ECM)
Related parts
- Engine Hot Lamp: Bulb on the Instument Panel to indicate engine overheating. The bulb is no longer working in this car
Possible solutions
- Replace the faulty Engine Overheating indicator bulb.
- Replace the Faulty Engine temperature sensor.
- Repair any shorts in the wiring
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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