Dtc P0712 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input

Drivetrain. Corolla. Zre142 Aze141

DESCRIPTION

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

MONITOR STRATEGY

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

COMPONENT OPERATING RANGE

WIRING DIAGRAM

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

INSPECT TRANSMISSION WIRE (ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR)

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (TRANSMISSION WIRE - ECM)

DTC P0712 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input

DTC P0713 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit High Input


DESCRIPTION

The ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) temperature sensor converts the fluid temperature into a resistance value which is input into the ECM.
The ECM applies a voltage to the temperature sensor through ECM terminal THO1 (THO).
The sensor resistance changes with the transmission fluid temperature. As the temperature becomes higher, the sensor resistance decreases.
One terminal of the sensor is grounded so that the sensor resistance decreases and the voltage goes down as the temperature becomes higher.
The ECM calculates the fluid temperature based on the voltage signal.
Corolla. Zre142 Aze141.U341E Automatic Transmission Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.
Dtc
  P0712  Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input

DTC No.
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
P0712
ATF temperature sensor resistance is less than 79 Ω for 0.5 sec. or more (1-trip detection logic)
  1. Short in ATF temperature sensor circuit
  2. Transmission wire (ATF temperature sensor)
  3. ECM
P0713
ATF temperature sensor resistance is more than 156 kΩ when 15 minutes or more have elapsed after the engine start
DTC is detected for 0.5 sec. or more (1-trip detection logic)
  1. Open in ATF temperature sensor circuit
  2. Transmission wire (ATF temperature sensor)
  3. ECM

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

These DTCs indicate an open or short in the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) temperature sensor (TFT sensor) circuit. The automatic transmission fluid (ATF) temperature sensor converts ATF temperature to an electrical resistance value. Based on the resistance, the ECM determines the ATF temperature, and the ECM detects an open or a short in the ATF temperature circuit. If the resistance value of the ATF temperature is less than 79 Ω*1or more than 156 kΩ*2, the ECM interprets this as a fault in the ATF sensor or wiring. The ECM will turn on the MIL and store the DTC.
*1: 150°C (302°F) or more is indicated regardless of the actual ATF temperature.
*2: -40°C (-40°F) is indicated regardless of the actual ATF temperature.
HINT:
The ATF temperature can be checked on the Techstream display.

MONITOR STRATEGY


Related DTCs
P0712: ATF temperature sensor/Range check (Low resistance)
P0713: ATF temperature sensor/Range check (High resistance)
Required sensors/Components
ATF temperature sensor (TFT*1 sensor)
Frequency of operation
Continuous
Duration
0.45 seconds
MIL operation
Immediate
Sequence of operation
None
*1: Transmission Fluid Temperature

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS


  1. P0712: Range check (Low resistance)
    The monitor will run whenever these DTCs are not present.
    None
    Battery voltage
    8 V or more
    Ignition switch
    ON
P0713: Range check (High resistance)
  1. One of the following conditions is met: Condition (A) or (B)

    Condition (A)
    Engine coolant temperature (ECT) or intake air temperature (IAT) at engine start
    -29.375°C (-20.875°F) or less
    Time after engine start
    600 seconds or more
    ECT sensor circuit fail (P0115, P0117, P0118)
    Not detected
    IAT sensor circuit fail (P0112, P0113)
    Not detected

    Condition (B)
    Engine coolant temperature (ECT) or intake air temperature (IAT) at engine start
    More than -29.375°C (-20.875°F)
    Time after engine start
    10 seconds or more
    ECT sensor circuit fail (P0115, P0117, P0118)
    Not detected
    IAT sensor circuit fail (P0112, P0113)
    Not detected

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS


P0712: Range check (Low resistance)
ATF temperature sensor (TFT sensor) resistance
Less than 79 Ω

P0713: Range check (High resistance)
ATF temperature sensor (TFT sensor) resistance
More than 156 kΩ

COMPONENT OPERATING RANGE


ATF temperature sensor (TFT sensor) resistance
Resistance: 79 Ω to 156 kΩ

WIRING DIAGRAM


Corolla. Zre142 Aze141.U341E Automatic Transmission Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.
Dtc
  P0712  Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input


INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NOTICE:
Perform the universal trip to clear permanent DTCs (COROLLA_ZRE142 RM000000W770S5X.html).
HINT:
Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Reading the Data List information early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time.
NOTICE:
In the table below, the value listed under "Normal Condition" are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.

READ DATA LIST
  1. Warm up the engine.

  2. Turn the ignition switch off.

  3. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

  4. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

  5. Turn on the Techstream.

  6. Select the item "Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List".

  7. According to the display on the Techstream, read the "Data List".

    Tester Display
    Measurement Item/Range
    Normal Condition
    Diagnostic Note
    A/T Oil Temperature 1
    ATF Temp. Sensor Value/
    min.: -40°C (-40°F)
    max.: 215°C (419°F)
    1. After Stall Test:
      Approx. 80°C (176°F)
    2. Equal to ambient temperature when cold soak
    If the value is "-40°C (-40°F)" or "215°C (419°F)", ATF temp. sensor circuit is open or shorted.

    HINT:
    When DTC P0712 is output and Techstream output is 150°C (302°F), there is a short circuit.
    When DTC P0713 is output and Techstream output is -40°C (-40°F), there is an open circuit.
    Measure the resistance between terminal THO1 (THO) and body ground.

    Temperature Displayed
    Malfunction
    -40°C (-40°F)
    Open circuit
    150°C (302°F) or more
    Short circuit
    HINT:
    If a circuit related to the ATF temperature sensor become open, P0713 is immediately set (in 0.5 second).
    When P0713 is set, P0711 cannot be detected.
    It is not necessary to inspect the circuit when P0711 is set.
1.INSPECT TRANSMISSION WIRE (ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR)


    Corolla. Zre142 Aze141.U341E Automatic Transmission Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.
Dtc
  P0712  Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  1. Disconnect the transmission wire connector from the transaxle.

  1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

    Standard resistance:
    Tester Connection
    Condition
    Specified Condition
    1 (THO) - 6 (E2)
    Always
    79 Ω to 156 kΩ
    1 (THO) - Body ground
    Always
    10 kΩ or higher
    6 (E2) - Body ground
    Always

    HINT:
    If the resistance is out of the specified range with either the ATF temperature shown in the table below, the driveability of the vehicle may decrease.
    ATF Temperature
    Specified Condition
    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
REPAIR OR REPLACE TRANSMISSION WIRE (COROLLA_ZRE142 RM00000191I02NX.html)
OK


2.CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (TRANSMISSION WIRE - ECM)


    Corolla. Zre142 Aze141.U341E Automatic Transmission Transaxle.Automatic Transaxle System.
Dtc
  P0712  Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  1. Connect the transmission wire connector to the transaxle.

  1. Disconnect the ECM connectors.

  1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

    Standard resistance:
    Tester Connection
    Condition
    Specified Condition
    B31-70 (THO1) - B31-71 (ETHO)
    Always
    79 Ω to 156 kΩ
  1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

    Standard resistance (Check for short):
    Tester Connection
    Condition
    Specified Condition
    B31-70 (THO1) - Body ground
    Always
    10 kΩ or higher
    B31-71 (ETHO) - Body ground
    Always



NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK

REPLACE ECM (for 2ZR-FE) (COROLLA_ZRE142 RM000001CN0030X.html)