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Definition Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2181 is for Cooling System Performance Meaning The Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2181 Cooling System Performance is triggered by the PCM (Powertrain Control Module) when it detects that the temperature of the coolant in the radiator is not within the acceptable range. It is either too hot or cold.


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#1 ยท Jun 15, 2010 (Edited) I have had the P2181 MIL for a while now, and have yet to figure out what the problem is. The options that I have seen as a possibility are: low coolant level, water pump, thermostat, fan switches, coolant temperature sensor (CTS), and coolant level sensor.


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Connect a Volkswagen-compatible scan tool and monitor engine temperature on the scan tool. Compare to the actual engine temperature to determine if the coolant sensor is working correctly. Tech Tips: Code P2181 (18613) is for cooling system performance. It generally means that the vehicle has a defective or leaking thermostat.


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P2181 Audi/VW Fault Code: Coolant Performance Issue For Volkswagen's and Audi's, a P2181 fault code is rather common because the cooling system parts are very similar. If you plug in an OBD-2 scanner and get P2181, you will more than likely see "P2181 - Cooling System: Performance".


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#1 ยท Oct 25, 2007 2003 Jetta GLS 1.8T, about two weeks ago on the way to work the check engine light cam on. Took it to Autozone to have them give me the code "P2181 Engine cooling problem", i reset it. this morning it came on again. Car runs good Temp gauge is at 190 like always and when I bought the car I put the green temp sensor.


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What Is Code P2181 on VW GTI? P2181 code VW implies that the car has a defective or leaking thermostat. The code will activate if the car does not warm up quickly enough to enter closed-loop operation within the time defined in the PCM. What Is the Code P2181 on a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT?


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Code P2181 (18613) is for cooling system performance. It generally means that the vehicle has a defective or leaking thermostat. If the vehicle does not warm up quickly enough to go into closed loop operation within the time programmed into the engine control module, it will set this code. This is generally cured by replacing the thermostat.


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1. Measure engine temperature and ensure it is getting up to proper operating temperature. 2. Connect a Volkswagen-compatible scan tool and monitor engine temperature on the scan tool. Compare to the actual engine temperature to determine if the coolant sensor is working correctly. Tech Tips: Code P2181 (18613) is for cooling system performance.


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P2181 indicates that your Volkswagen Beetle has an observed cooling system temperature that is too high or too low. It will come up in the scan tool as "Cooling System Performance". The trouble with P2181 is that by itself, it's not narrowing much down. There could be a problem with your Beetle's cooling system, temperature sensor, or even the ECU.


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my CEL came on and my reader spat out the code: P2181, coolant system proformance. i have replaced the ECT sensor and i don't think it is the thermostat because the fan kicks in when it is supposed to. does anybody have any ideas about what could cause this code? p.s. it is not overheating, the temp. is constant all the time


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High or low engine temperature or a faulty thermometer are the usual causes of trouble code P2181. Overheating can ruin an engine in a matter of minutes, whereas an engine running too cool could be slightly less urgent. Try to normalize engine temperature as soon as possible. Some car makes and year models erroneously throw code P2181.


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Hi there. The code, P2181, stands for Cooling System Performance. This code is meant to give a certified mechanic a starting point to begin their investigation for car problems. In most cases, the code is triggered due to either overheating or when it is not achieving proper operating temperature; which can be caused by a failing thermostat and.


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This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code. It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles (1996-newer), although specific repair steps may be slightly different depending on the model. The code may be seen on Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and other models.