P0711

A761E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: P0711: Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Performance

DTC P0711 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Performance

DESCRIPTION

The Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) temperature sensor converts the fluid temperature into a resistance value which is input into the ECM.





The ECM applies voltage to the temperature sensor through ECM terminal OIL.
The sensor resistance changes with the ATF temperature. As the temperature becomes higher, the sensor resistance decreases.
One terminal of the sensor is grounded so that the sensor resistance decreases and the voltage decreases as the temperature becomes higher.
The ECM calculates the ATF temperature based on the voltage signal.






MONITOR DESCRIPTION

This DTC indicates that there is a problem with the output from the ATF temperature sensor and that the sensor itself is defective. The ATF temperature sensor converts the ATF temperature to an electrical resistance value. Based on the resistance, the ECM determines the ATF temperature and detects open and short circuits of the ATF temperature sensor circuit or faults in the ATF temperature sensor.
After running the vehicle for a certain period, the ATF temperature should increase. If the ATF temperature is below 10°C (50°F) after running the vehicle for a certain period, the ECM interprets this as a fault, and illuminates the MIL.
When the ATF temperature is 110°C (230°F) or more and engine coolant temperature reaches 60°C (140°F) after cold start, the ECM also determines this as a fault, turns on the MIL and stores the DTC.

MONITOR STRATEGY





TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

All





Condition (A)





Condition (B)





TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

When either condition below is met: Condition (A) or (B)

Condition (A)





Condition (B)





COMPONENT OPERATING RANGE





WIRING DIAGRAM





INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT: Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Reading the Data List information early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time.
NOTE:
In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.

1 Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
2 Turn the ignition switch to ON.
3 Turn the Techstream on.
4 Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List.
5 According to the display on the Techstream, read the Data List.

Engine and ECT





HINT:
- When DTC P0712 is output and the Techstream output is 150°C (302°F) or more, there is a short circuit.
- When DTC P0713 is output and the Techstream output is -40°C (-40°F), there is an open circuit.
Check the temperature displayed on the Techstream in order to check if a malfunction exists.





HINT:
- If a circuit related to the ATF temperature sensor becomes open, P0713 is set in approximately 0.5 seconds.
- It is not necessary to inspect the circuit when P0711 is set.

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0711)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
(e) Read the DTCs using the Techstream.
Result:





HINT: If any other codes besides P0711 are output, perform troubleshooting for those DTCs first.

B -- GO TO DTC CHART
A -- Continue to next step.
2. CHECK TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Check the transmission fluid level Procedures.
OK:
Automatic transmission fluid level is correct.
NG -- ADD FLUID
OK -- REPAIR OR REPLACE TRANSMISSION WIRE