DTC P0713 [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL]


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DTC P0713

Transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor circuit malfunction (short to power/open circuit)

DETECTION CONDITION
•  If the TCM detects the following condition for 72 s or more, the TCM determines that the TFT sensor circuit has a malfunction.
―  Engine warmed-up
―  ATF temperature less than 55 °C {131 °F}
Diagnostic support note:
•  This is continuous monitor (CCM).
•  The MIL illuminates if the TCM detects the above malfunction condition during first drive cycle.
•  A PENDING CODE is not available.
•  FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.
•  The AT warning light illuminates.
•  The DTC is stored in the TCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Coupler component connector or terminal malfunction
•  Open circuit in wiring harness between TFT sensor and TCM terminal B8
•  Open circuit in wiring harness between TFT sensor and TCM terminal B7
•  TFT sensor malfunction
•  TCM malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

ACTION

1
VERIFY FREEZE FRAME DATA HAS BEEN RECORDED
•  Has the FREEZE FRAME DATA been recorded on the repair order?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Record the FREEZE FRAME DATA on the repair order, then go to the next step.
2
VERIFY RELATED REPAIR INFORMATION AVAILABILITY
•  Verify related repair information availability.
•  Is any related repair information available?
Yes
Perform repair or diagnosis according to the available repair information.
•  If the vehicle is not repaired, go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
3
INSPECT COUPLER COMPONENT CONNECTOR FOR POOR CONNECTION
•  Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
•  Remove the TCM.
•  Inspect for poor connection (such as damaged/pulled-out pins, corrosion).
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Repair or replace the terminal, then go to Step 6.
No
Go to the next step.
4
INSPECT TFT SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
•  Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
•  Inspect for continuity between coupler component terminals B8 and B7.
•  Is there continuity?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Repair or replace the wiring harness for a possible open circuit, then go to Step 6.
5
INSPECT TFT SENSOR
•  Is there any malfunction?
Yes
Replace the TFT sensor, then go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
6
VERIFY TROUBLESHOOTING OF DTC P0713 COMPLETED
•  Make sure to reconnect all the disconnected connectors.
•  Clear the DTC from the memory using the M-MDS.
•  Drive the vehicle in D range and make sure that gears shift smoothly from 1GR to 6GR.
•  Is same DTC present?
Yes
Replace the TCM, then go to the next step.
No
Go to the next step.
7
VERIFY AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE
•  Perform the “After Repair Procedure”.
•  Are any DTCs present?
Yes
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
No
DTC troubleshooting completed.