Transaxle Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor Inspection

Disconnect the coupler component.
Remove the oil dipstick.
Insert the thermistor probe into the filler tube.

Fig 1: Measuring Thermometer Length For Checking Transaxle Fluid Temperature Sensor
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Start the engine.
Measure resistance between the terminals G and F.
- If not as specified, replace the TFT sensor. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DISASSEMBLY and AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY .)
  
  Fig 2: Locating Terminal Component No.2 Connector
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  Fig 3: Identifying Terminal Component No.2 Connector Terminals
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  Fig 4: ATF Temperature Resistance Table
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  Fig 5: ATF Temperature Resistance Graph
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Connect the coupler component.