Transaxle Fluid Temperature Sensor Check

Remove the engine room under cover. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the transaxle fluid temperature sensor connector.

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Remove the filler plug and gasket.

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Insert a thermometer into the filler plug hole of the transaxle.
NOTE: Insert a thermometer which is made of metal or is put in a metal case [overall length: approximately 150 - 200 mm (5.9 - 7.9 inches)] into the transaxle case hole approximately 80 mm (3.1 inches).

Measure the resistance between the sensor-side connector terminal No. 1 and terminal No. 2.

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Standard value:

If the resistance deviates from the standard value greatly, replace the sensor.
When installing a new sensor and gasket, apply ATF to the threaded portion of the transaxle fluid temperature sensor.

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Tighten the transaxle fluid temperature sensor to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 14 ± 1 N.m (124 ± 8 in-lb)
Install the filler plug and new gasket, and tighten to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 32 ± 2 N.m (24 ± 1 ft-lb)
Install the engine room under cover. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .