Theory Of Operation
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The purpose of the diagnostic is to detect rationality failures of the Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor by evaluating the following conditions:
Temperature Jump Detection
- The measured transmission oil temperature is monitored for a maximum amount of temperature change between two consecutive data samples.
The Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor is integral with the Transmission Internal Wire Harness. If it is necessary to replace the sensor, the entire Internal Wire Harness must be replaced.