1999 Ford Escort stored diagnostic trouble code PO125

1999 FORD ESCORT
2,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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GRANDPREE
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car failed enspection, check engine light has been on, car seems to use to much gas, pluss the computer is saying this code is what is wrong, PO125. the car hasnt been running hot its normal temp.
Feb 12, 2008 at 4:13 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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That code is "insufficient coolant temp for closed loop fuel control". Try removing the thermostat to see if it has stuck open. Replace it with a 195 degree.
Feb 12, 2008 at 4:24 PM
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ZAPPO90744
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Will the same apply to my 2000 Lincoln Town Car? I also got a code of PO125 yesterday when I took it to get a Smog Check.
Feb 22, 2008 at 3:06 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Yes, I believe that the code is the same for all FoMoCo, definitly appplies to your lincoln, try a t-stat, factory temp (195)
Feb 22, 2008 at 7:07 AM
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ZAPPO90744
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Thanks very much for the advise. I will try it later on today. If the problem continues should I assume I have a bad temperature sensor?
Feb 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Coolant temp sensor or thermostat
Feb 22, 2008 at 3:46 PM
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ZAPPO90744
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Just changed the thermostat and reset my computer and everything seems A okay....thanks a million for the advise.
Feb 23, 2008 at 3:27 PM