DTC Troubleshooting: P0711 (28-5)

DTC P0711: Problem in ATF Temperature Sensor Circuit NOTE:

- Record all freeze data and review General Troubleshooting Information before you troubleshoot.
- This code is caused by an electrical circuit problem and cannot be caused by a mechanical problem in the transmission.

1. Check the ATF temperature with the HDS.

Does the ATF temperature exceed the ambient-air temperature?

YES | - | Record the ATF temperature. Leave the engine off for more than 30 minutes, and go to Step 2 .
NO | - | Record the ATF temperature. Test the stall speed RPM three times. Go to Step 2 after stall speed testing.

1. Check the ATF temperature with the HDS.

Does the ATF temperature change?

YES | - | Leave the engine off for at least 30 more minutes, and go to Step 3 .
NO | - | Replace ATF temperature sensor, then go to Step 5 .

1. Check the ECT SENSOR with the HDS.

Is the ECT SENSOR equal to the ambient-air temperature?

YES | - | Go to Step 4 .
NO | - | Leave the engine off until ECT sensor equals ambient-air temperature, then go to Step 4 .

1. Check the ATF temperature with the HDS.

Is the ATF temperature almost equal to ECT SENSOR?

YES | - | Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the ATF temperature sensor and PCM.■
NO | - | Replace ATF temperature sensor, then go to Step 5 .

1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

1. Test-drive the vehicle for several minutes in the D position in all five gears.

1. Monitor the OBD status for P0711 in the DTCs/Freeze Data in A/T Mode Menu for a pass/fail.

Does the result indicate a pass?

YES | - | The problem has been corrected.■
NO | - | Return to Step 1 and recheck.■