EricFromCT. 6,986 satisfied customers. I had the check engine light come on and got a reading for a. Hi Pearl - I had the check engine light come on and got a reading for a P1281 Code on my 2003 Jeep Liberty and was told it was the thermostat, … read more.
The P1281 trouble code typically signifies an incorrect coolant level or mixture, a flawed air-fuel ratio, or a bad radiator. Symptoms include: A triggered Check Engine Light; White exhaust fumes; Extreme gauge readings; Reduced throttle control; Fuel economy; Engine overheating; P1281 is not a blanket fault code, unlike other DTCs.
Jeep OBD/OBD2 Codes >> Cherokee 2.5/4.0L – Compass 2.4L Grand Cherokee 3.0/3.7/4.7/S.7/6.1L: P1281: Engine temperature -low for long period