matthew_brady

Hi everyone. I've tried to find a similar issue, but have turned up no results.

I've recently been sporadically getting a P0196 engine code on my 987.1 CS which corresponds to "Engine oil temperature sensor range/performance". I can't seem to understand what would be causing the issue or how I go about resolving it, but perhaps it is related to the oil level sensor?

Has anyone else seen this before? Any ideas as to the culprit?

Kuro Neko

Not an expert, but if your reference suggests oil temperature sensor, you might have answered your own question - it is likely your oil temp sensor?

Zach L

Even though your car does not have an oil temperature gauge, the sensor Porsche used in your M97 engine is an oil level sensor and oil temperature sensor together in the same part. Check the oil level and see if your car is giving a readout... I'm curious if the level readout is still functioning and if only the temperature part of the sensor is malfunctioning. Either the sensor is bad, or the the wiring to the sensor is bad. When sensors throw a code, it's usually the sensor itself and not the wiring.

I've seen this code with other German cars and it is not enought to simply replace the part and delete the fault code. You often must also calibrate or adapt the sensor at the dealerhship or using a diagnostic tool made specifically for the car (VCDS for VW/Audi or Durametric for Porsche). I have a Durametric, but have never performed that adaptation and I'm not even sure if it has the capability. I would assume that it can, but if not you may have to take the car to an independent Porsche specialist shop or dealership to have them do it.

I'd start by replacing the part and clearing the code, then see if extra calibration is needed.