code p0126 odb sensor question

[nalspeed]

check engine light is on did the odb sensor gave me code P0126 -Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation- anyone mechanic out there knows how I can fix this problem any info would help thank you

[funktownp5]

DTC P0126

DTC P0128 Coolant thermostat stuck to open

DETECTION

CONDITION

DTC P0126

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If ECT signal never exceeds 71°C {160°F} after engine start for specified period, PCM determines that the

coolant thermostat is stuck open.

MONITORING CONDITIONS

— IAT:

Above -10°C {14°F}

— Difference between ECT at engine start and minimum IAT:

Below 6°C {43°F}

— Vehicle speed

over 9.5 km/h {5.9 mph}

DTC P0128

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PCM monitors MAF, IAT, VSS and ECT signals and calculate radiator's heat radiation ratio while following

monitoring conditions are met. If calculated value exceeds threshold, PCM determines that the coolant

thermostat is stuck open.

MONITORING CONDITIONS

— ECT at engine start:

Below 35°C {95°F}

— IAT:

Above -10°C {14°F}

— Difference between ECT at engine start and minimum IAT:

Below 6°C {43°F}

— Vehicle speed

above 25 km/h {15 mph} for ATX, 40 km/h {25 mph} for MTX

Diagnostic support note

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This is a intermittent monitor (THERMOSTAT)

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MIL illuminates if PCM detects the above malfunction condition in two consecutive drive cycles.

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DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS is available.

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PENDING CODE is available if PCM detects the above malfunction condition during first drive cycle.

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FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.

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DTC is stored in PCM memory.

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

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Coolant thermostat malfunction

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ECT sensor malfunction

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PCM malfunction

[funktownp5]

Looks like you themostat is stuck open and proly needs to be replaced, easy fix.

[nalspeed]

I ain't no mechanic but does it mean just replace the thermostat then? the check engine light came on about 2days ago how long do I have to replace it and is it easy to replace? after replace will the check engine light go away and thanks for replying by the way

Looks like you themostat is stuck open and proly needs to be replaced, easy fix.