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Oil Temperature Sensor

Ensure ignition switch is off. Disconnect transaxle 26-pin connector. See Figure. Measure resistance between 26-pin connector terminals No. 12 and No. 13 (oil temperature sensor terminals) as transaxle fluid temperature gradually increases. See Figure. See OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE  table. If resistance is not as specified, replace oil temperature sensor.

OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE

Temperature °F (°C) Resistance (Ohms)
32 (0) 1700-2300
68 (20) 765-1035
104 (40) 340-460
176 (80) 107-143
212 (100) 64-86
302 (150) 23-31