P0298
Engine Oil Over Temperature
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
- Check the engine oil level and top it off
- Inspect the oil cooler and oil filter for a blockage
- Read engine oil temperature on a scan tool against a gauge
- Check the thermostat and cooling system
- Replace the engine oil temperature sensor if it reads off
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.