Code P059, Open Transaxle Temperature Sensor Circuit: Notes
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Transaxle temperature sensor resistance varies based on its resistance. As sensor temperature increases, resistance decreases. A low transaxle temperature will result in high voltage in circuit No. 585. Code P059 sets when PCM sees a transaxle temperature sensor reading of -31°F(-35°C) or less (4.9 volts or greater).