Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

ATF Temperature Sensor Replacement
1. Get the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, and write down the audio presets.
2. Lift the vehicle up on a hoist or apply the parking brake, block rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
3. Remove the splash shield.





4. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Then reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
5. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery.
6. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.
7. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.
8. Loosen the two bolts securing the battery base from under the vehicle, and remove the two bolts securing the battery base in the engine compartment, then remove the battery base.





9. Remove the transmission upper mount bracket (A) and bracket plate (B).





10. Place the transmission jack under the transmission, and remove the transmission lower mount nuts.
11. Lift the transmission up to create clearance between the transmission and front subframe with the jack.





12. Remove the transmission lower front mount.





13. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A).
14. Remove ATF temperature sensor harness clamp bolt (B), then remove the sensor.
15. Install the new O-ring (C) on the new ATF temperature sensor (D), then install the sensor.
16. Secure the ATF temperature sensor harness clamp (E) with the bolts.
17. Check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, then connect the connector securely.
18. Install the transmission lower front mount.
19. Install the transmission lower mount nuts.
20. Install the transmission upper mount bracket, bracket plate, and remove the transmission jack.
21. Refill the transmission with ATF.
22. Install the battery base, then install the air cleaner housing and intake air duct.
23. Install the battery tray, battery, and battery cover, then secure the battery with its hold-down bracket.
24. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
25. Install the splash shield.
26. Enter the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, then enter the presets, and set the clock.
27. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.