Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

ATF Temperature Sensor Replacement

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.

2. Remove the splash shield.

3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).





4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

5. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A), then remove the connector from the connector bracket (B).





6. Remove the harness clamp (C) from its bracket (D).

7. Remove the ATF temperature sensor (E), and replace the sensor.

8. Apply clean ATF to a new O-ring (F), then install a new ATF temperature sensor.

9. Install the ATF temperature sensor connector to the connector bracket, then connect the connector securely.

10. Install the harness clamp on its bracket.

11. Refill the transmission with ATF ATF Replacement.

12. Install the splash shield.