P0941: Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent

What does P0941 mean?

P0941 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating "Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent". A sensor in the engine oil system is reporting abnormal data or has lost communication with the ECU. Sensors can fail due to age, contamination, heat exposure, or wiring issues.

Symptoms you may notice

• Check engine light (MIL) illuminated on dashboard
• Engine overheating
• Temperature gauge reading high
• Heater not working properly
• Intermittent warning lights

Common causes

• Faulty engine oil system component
• Wiring or connector issue in the related circuit
• Failed sensor providing incorrect readings
• Software/calibration issue requiring ECU update
• Related component causing secondary fault

What should you do?

Schedule a diagnostic appointment at your earliest convenience. The vehicle is generally safe to drive short distances, but the underlying issue should be addressed to prevent it from worsening.