Circuit Description
The transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor is a negative coefficient thermistor. When the transmission fluid is cold, the sensor resistance is high. As the transmission fluid warms, the sensor resistance decreases. The TFT range is -40 to +150°C (-40 to +302°F).
The PCM provides a 5 volt reference through a fixed resistor to the TFT circuit and monitors the voltage drop across the TFT sensor and harness.
When the PCM detects a continuous voltage input greater than 4.92 volts, indicating an open or short to power in the TFT Sensor circuit, then DTC P0713 sets. DTC P0713 is a type D DTC.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | System voltage is 10-18 volts. |
| • | The ignition is ON. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The PCM detects a transmission fluid temperature of -35°C (-31°F) or less (4.92 volts or more) for 7 minutes.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
| • | If the engine run time is less than 3 minutes and: |
| - | Any intake air temperature (IAT) DTC (P0112, P0113, P1111 or P1112) is set, then the default transmission fluid temperature is set to 0°C (32°F). |
| - | No IAT DTC is set, then the default TFT is set to the IAT saved at start up. |
| • | If the engine run time is greater than 3 minutes and: |
| - | Any engine coolant temperature (ECT) DTC (P0117, P0118, P1114 or P1115) is set, then the default TFT is set to 131°C (268°F). |
| - | No ECT DTC is set, and: |
| • | The ECT is less than 45°C (113°F), then the default TFT is set to 12°C (54°F). |
| • | The ECT is greater than 115°C (239°F), then the default TFT is set to 131°C (268°F). |
| - | No ECT DTC is set, the ECT is 45-115°C (113-239°F) and: |
| • | IAT DTC P0112 or P0113 is set, then the default TFT is set to equal the ECT. |
| • | The IAT at start up is less than 0°C (32°F), then the default TFT is set to the ECT value minus 10°C (18°F). |
| • | The IAT at start up is greater than 28°C (82°F), then the default TFT is set to the ECT value plus 10°C (18°F). |
| • | The IAT at start up is 0-28°C (32-82°F), then the default TFT is set equal to the ECT value. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A scan tool clears the DTC from PCM history. |
| • | The PCM clears the DTC from the PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring. |
| • | The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the ignition is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | Inspect the wiring at the PCM, the transmission connector and all other circuit connecting points for the following conditions: |
| - | A backed out terminal |
| - | A damaged terminal |
| - | Reduced terminal tension |
| - | A chafed wire |
| - | A broken wire inside the insulation |
| - | Moisture intrusion |
| - | Corrosion |
| • | When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change. |
| • | Test the TFT Sensor at various temperature levels to check for a skewed or mis-scaled sensor. Refer to Temperature vs Resistance . |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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A scan tool Trans. Fluid Temp. of -36°C (-33°F) or less indicates this DTC is current.
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This step isolates the fault between the transmission harness or the engine harness.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||
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1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | ||||||
2 | Perform the Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check . Have you performed the procedure? | -- | Go to Transmission Fluid Check | |||||
Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the Failure Records. Using the Clear Info function erases the Failure Records from the PCM. Does the scan tool display a TFT Sensor voltage greater than the specified value? | 4.9 volts | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||||||
Refer to Automatic Transmission Inline Harness Connector End View . Does the scan tool display a TFT Sensor voltage less than the specified value? | 0.2 volts | |||||||
5 | Install fused jumper wire from the engine harness terminal F (circuit 1227), to a known good ground. Does the scan tool display a TFT Sensor voltage less than the specified value? | 0.2 volts | ||||||
6 | Inspect circuit 1227 of the engine harness for an open. Refer to General Electrical Diagnosis in Wiring Systems. Was a condition found? | -- | ||||||
7 | Inspect circuit 2762 of the engine harness for an open. Refer to General Electrical Diagnosis in Wiring Systems. Was a condition found? | -- | ||||||
8 | Inspect transmission circuits 1227 and 452 for an open. Refer to General Electrical Diagnosis in Wiring Systems. Was a condition found? | -- | ||||||
9 | Replace the transmission wiring harness. Refer to Solenoids and Wiring Harness Replacement . Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |||||
10 | Replace the TFT sensor. Refer to Fluid Temperature Sensor Replacement . Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |||||
11 | Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls. Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |||||
12 | Repair the wiring as needed. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |||||
13 | Perform the following in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | -- | System OK |
