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Diagnostic reference · P0298

P0298

Engine Oil Over Temperature

System
Injector circuits (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P0298 means Engine Oil Over Temperature.

Check these first

  • Low engine oil level or low oil pressure
  • A clogged oil cooler or oil filter
  • A faulty engine oil temperature sensor
  • The wrong oil type or viscosity
  • A cooling system fault or a stuck thermostat

What to do next

  1. Check the engine oil level and top it off
  2. Inspect the oil cooler and oil filter for a blockage
  3. Read engine oil temperature on a scan tool against a gauge
  4. Check the thermostat and cooling system
  5. Replace the engine oil temperature sensor if it reads off
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.