P0713

Circuit Description
The automatic transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor is a negative coefficient thermistor whose resistance value changes based on temperature. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) provides a 5 volt reference to the sensor on circuit 1227. A low fluid temperature, an open TFT sensor or open circuits 1227 or 452 results in high signal voltage. The TFT operating range is -40 to +151°C (-40 to +304°F).
If the PCM detects a continuous open or a short to power on the TFT sensor circuit, then DTC P0713 sets. DTC P0713 is a Type D DTC.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
^ The system voltage is 9-18 volts.
^ The PCM detects a TFT sensor voltage of 4.92 volts for 7 minutes continuous.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
^ The PCM does not turn on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).
^ The PCM freezes shift adapts.
^ The PCM calculates a default TFT from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor and the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
^ The PCM stores DTC P0713 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
^ A scan tool clears the DTC from the PCM history.
^ The PCM clears the DTC from the PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without an emission related diagnostic fault occurring.
^ The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM.

Diagnostic Aids
^ Inspect the wiring at the PCM, the transmission 20-way connector and all other circuit connecting points for the following conditions:
- A bent terminal.
- A backed out terminal.
- A damaged terminal.
- Poor terminal tension.
- A chafed wire.
- A broken wire inside the insulation.
- Moisture intrusion.
- Corrosion.
^ When diagnosing for an intermittent open, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change.
^ Test the TFT sensor at various temperature levels to evaluate the possibility of a skewed (mis-scaled) sensor. Refer to the Temperature vs Resistance table. Electrical Specifications


Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
3. If the display does not indicate an automatic transmission fluid temperature sensor voltage greater than 4.92 volts, inspect the connectors and the terminal for intermittent conditions.

Important: After 10 seconds, the Scan Tool will display a default temperature.

4. This step inspects only the engine harness and the PCM for an open.