| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0712 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input |
| P0713 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit High Input |
DESCRIPTION
The CVT fluid temperature sensor converts the fluid temperature into a resistance value which is input into the ECM.
The sensor resistance changes with the transmission fluid temperature. As the temperature rises, the sensor resistance decreases. The ECM applies a voltage to the temperature sensor through ECM terminal THO1, and the ECM calculates the fluid temperature based on the voltage signal.
Tech Tips
The CVT fluid temperature is likely to increase under conditions such as towing, climbing hills and in heavy traffic.
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition
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Trouble Area |
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| P0712 |
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| P0713 |
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MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The CVT fluid temperature sensor converts the CVT fluid temperature to an electrical resistance value. Based on the resistance, the ECM determines the CVT fluid temperature and detects opens or shorts in the CVT fluid temperature circuit. If the resistance value of the CVT fluid temperature is less than 79 Ω*1 or more than 156 kΩ*2, the ECM interprets this as a fault in the CVT fluid sensor or wiring. The ECM turns on the MIL and stores the DTC.
*1: 150°C (302°F) or more is indicated regardless of the actual CVT fluid temperature.
*2: -40°C (-40°F) is indicated regardless of the actual CVT fluid temperature.
Tech Tips
The CVT fluid temperature can be checked on the intelligent tester display.
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (A/T OIL TEMPERATURE 1)
Warm up the engine.
Turn the ignition switch off.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List.
In accordance with the display on the tester, read the Data List.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item/Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/T Oil Temperature 1 | CVT fluid Temperature Sensor Value/ min.: -40°C (-40°F) max.: 215°C (419°F) |
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If value is -40°C (-40°F) or 150°C (302°F) or more, CVT fluid temperature sensor circuit is open or short. |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Data display is not within Normal Condition range | A |
| Data display is within Normal Condition range | B |
| B |
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REPLACE ECM Click here |
| A |
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INSPECT CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR)
| *1 | Component without harness connected: (Continuously Variable Transaxle Assembly (Transmission Wire)) |
Disconnect the transmission wire connector from the transaxle.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | ||||||||||||
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Tech Tips
If the resistance is outside the specified range at either of the CVT fluid temperatures shown in the table below, the driveability of the vehicle may be affected.
| CVT fluid Temperature | Specified Condition |
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| 10°C (50°F) | 5 to 8 kΩ |
| 25°C (77°F) | 2.5 to 4.5 kΩ |
| 110°C (230°F) | 0.22 to 0.28 kΩ |
| NG |
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REPLACE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY Click here |
| OK |
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CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (TRANSMISSION WIRE - ECM)
| *1 | Front view of wire harness connector: (to Continuously Variable Transaxle Assembly (Transmission Wire)) |
| *2 | Front view of wire harness connector: (to ECM) |
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||||||||
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| NG |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
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REPLACE ECM
Replace the ECM Click here.
| NEXT |
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PERFORM INITIALIZATION
Note
Performing reset memory/initialization will clear the learned values of both the yaw rate and acceleration sensor (deceleration sensor 0 point calibration) and the CVT oil pressure (CVT oil pressure calibration). Make sure to perform reset memory, yaw rate and acceleration sensor 0 point calibration, and CVT oil pressure calibration when replacing any of the parts shown in the following table:
| Replaced Part |
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After reset memory, always perform yaw rate and acceleration sensor (deceleration sensor 0 point) calibration first, and then the CVT oil pressure calibration.
Always perform the 0 point calibration with the vehicle on level ground.
Do not shake or vibrate the vehicle during the 0 point calibration.
Using the intelligent tester, perform the reset memory, deceleration sensor 0 point calibration and CVT oil pressure calibration Click here.
Check for DTCs again Click here.
| NEXT |
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END
REPLACE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
Replace the continuously variable transaxle assembly Click here.
| NEXT |
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PERFORM INITIALIZATION
Note
Performing reset memory/initialization will clear the learned values of both the yaw rate and acceleration sensor (deceleration sensor 0 point calibration) and the CVT oil pressure (CVT oil pressure calibration). Make sure to perform reset memory, yaw rate and acceleration sensor 0 point calibration, and CVT oil pressure calibration when replacing any of the parts shown in the following table:
| Replaced Part |
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After reset memory, always perform yaw rate and acceleration sensor (deceleration sensor 0 point) calibration first, and then the CVT oil pressure calibration.
Always perform the 0 point calibration with the vehicle on level ground.
Do not shake or vibrate the vehicle during the 0 point calibration.
Using the intelligent tester, perform the reset memory, deceleration sensor 0 point calibration and CVT oil pressure calibration Click here.
Check for DTCs again Click here.
| NEXT |
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END