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DTC P0218-00: Automatic Transaxle Protection Control (TCM): Notes

DTC P0218:00 (TCM) DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

DTC P0218:00 Automatic transaxle protection control
DETECTION CONDITION  
  • Under the following conditions, the ATF temperature is 135°C {275°F} or more for 10 s:
  • Engine is running.
    • TFT sensor related DTC is not recorded.
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION  
  • Inhibits learning control.
  • Inhibits manual mode.
  • Inhibits neutral idle control.
  • Inhibits AAS.
  • Limits engine torque.
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
  • Oil cooler malfunction
  • ATF is more than specified value
SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM Not applicable