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DTC P0711: Problem in ATF Temperature Sensor Circuit

NOTE:
  • Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot with the HDS, and review General Troubleshooting Information (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION  ).
  • This code is caused by an electrical circuit problem and cannot be caused by a mechanical problem in the transmission.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and wait.
  2. Check the ATF Temperature with the HDS in the A/T Data List.

    Does the ATF Temperature with indicate -4°F (-20°C) or higher? 

    YES  -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.

    NO  -Go to step 3.

  3. Start the engine, and wait for at least 10 minutes. Test the stall speed RPM (see STALL SPEED TEST  ) three times.
  4. Check the ATF Temperature with the HDS in the A/T Data List.

    Does the ATF Temperature with indicate -4°F (-20°C) or below? 

    YES  -Replace the ATF temperature sensor (see ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT  ), then go to step  1.

    NO  -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.