Circuit Description
The automatic transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor is part of the 4L80-E automatic transmission (AT) wiring harness assembly. The TFT sensor is a resistor, or thermistor, which changes value based on temperature. The sensor has a negative temperature coefficient. This means that as the temperature increases, the resistance decreases, and as the temperature decreases the resistance increases. The transmission control module (TCM) supplies a 5-volt reference signal to the sensor and measures the voltage drop in the circuit. When the transmission fluid is cold, the sensor resistance is high and the TCM detects high signal voltage. As the fluid temperature warms to a normal operating temperature, the resistance becomes less and the signal voltage decreases. The TCM uses this information to control shift quality and torque converter clutch (TCC) apply.
If the TCM detects a continuous open or short to voltage in the TFT signal circuit or the TFT sensor, then DTC P0713 sets. DTC P0713 is a type C DTC.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P0713 Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor Circuit High Voltage
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | No ISS DTCs P0716 or P0717. |
| • | No OSS DTCs P0722 or P0723. |
| • | System voltage is 8-18 volts. |
| • | The engine is running for greater than 5 seconds. |
| • | The transmission OSS is 200 RPM or greater for 200 seconds (3 minutes) or greater. |
| • | The TCC slip speed is 120 RPM or greater for 200 seconds (3 minutes) or greater. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The TFT sensor indicates a temperature of -40°C (-40°F) or less for 80 seconds (1 minute).
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The TCM does not request the engine control module (ECM) to illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
| • | The TCM commands increased line pressure. |
| • | The TCM freezes transmission adaptive functions. |
| • | The TCM determines a default TFT using the following matrix: |
| - | If the engine run time is less than 60 seconds then default TFT equals 47°C (117°F). |
| - | If ECT is less than 20°C (68°F), then default TFT equals IAT. |
| - | If the ECT is 20-110°C (68-230°F) then default TFT equals ECT. |
| - | If ECT and TFT DTCs are both set then default TFT is 140°C (284°F). |
| • | The TCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The TCM stores this information as Failure Records. |
| • | The TCM stores DTC P0713 in TCM history. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A scan tool clears the DTC from TCM history. |
| • | The TCM clears the DTC from TCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring. |
| • | The TCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes. |
Diagnostic Aids
DTC P0713 defaults to an elevated line pressure condition which may result in partial TCC apply. This may produce an idle surge that could stall the engine.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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A value of 4.9-5.0 volts indicates the TCM and engine side of the wiring are good.
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A short to voltage greater than 5 volts would cause the TFT sensor to open.
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A short to the TFT sensor signal circuit and any other circuits in the transmission harness could cause the TFT sensor to open.
Step | Action | Value | Yes | No | ||||
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |||||
2 |
Important: Before clearing the DTCs, use the scan tool in order to record the ECM and TCM Failure Records for reference. Using the Clear Info function will erase the stored Failure Records from the ECM and TCM. Does the scan tool display a TFT greater than the specified value? | -40°C (-40°F) | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 3 | ||||
Does the voltage measure within the specified range? | 4.9-5.0 V | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 | |||||
4 | Does the voltage in Step 3 measure greater than the specified value? | 5.0 V | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 | ||||
5 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 | ||||
Test the signal circuit of the TFT sensor a short to voltage between the TCM and the AT inline 20-way connector. Refer to Testing for a Short to Voltage and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 13 | |||||
7 |
Is the resistance less than the specified value? | 100 K ohms | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 8 | ||||
8 |
Did you find the condition? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 12 | ||||
Measure the resistance between the TFT sensor signal and all other terminals, except the TFT sensor low reference, of the J 44152 . Is the resistance greater than the specified value? | 1,000 ohms | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections | Go to Step 10 | |||||
10 | Replace the automatic transmission wiring harness assembly. Refer to Valve Body and Pressure Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 11 | -- | ||||
11 | Was the engine harness repaired, or the transmission harness replaced due to a short to power or other circuit? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 14 | ||||
12 | Replace the automatic transmission fluid temperature sensor. Refer to Valve Body and Pressure Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- | ||||
13 | Replace the TCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- | ||||
14 | Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:
Has the test run and passed? | -- | Go to Step 15 | Go to Step 2 | ||||
15 | With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | System OK |
