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Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Check

TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK
1. Remove the transmission fluid temperature sensor.





2. Measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of the transmission fluid temperature sensor connector.

Standard Value::





3. If the transmission fluid temperature sensor resistance is outside the specified range and the shift indicator light (D or 1 through 4 or 5) is flashing, replace the transmission fluid temperature sensor.

NOTE: The selector lever position indicator light (D, 1 through 4 or 5) on the combination meter flashes when the temperature reaches approximately 125 °C (257 °F) or greater, and then stops flashing when the temperature drops below approximately 115 °C (238 °F).