Circuit Description
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ATF temperature sensor converts fluid temperature into a resistance value which is input to ECM. DTC P0710 is set when temperature sensor resistance is less than 79 ohms, or after engine has been operating for 15 minutes or more, temperature sensor resistance is more than 156 k/ohms. Either condition must be set for .5 second or more. DTC P0711 is set after 12 seconds of engine start, the temperature of the atmosphere and that of the engine coolant is more than 14°F (-10°C), and after driving for over 20 minutes and 6.2 miles, the ATF temperature is less than 14°F (-10°C). Possible causes are:
- Open or short in ATF temperature sensor circuit.
- ATF temperature sensor malfunction.
- ECM malfunction.