3500 4x4 Pickup L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo (1996)
Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection
To perform a complete test of this sensor and its circuitry, refer to DRB scan tool and appropriate test procedures. To test the sensor only, refer to the
following:
Transmission Temperature Sensor
1. Disconnect the wire harness connector from the temperature sensor. The sensor is located on the side of the transmission in the transmission
cooling line.
Engine Coolant, Intake Air, And Transmission Temperature Sensor Specifications
2. Test the resistance of the sensor with an input impedance (digital) volt-ohmmeter. The resistance (as measured across the sensor terminals) should
be less than 1340 ohms with the engine warm. Refer to the Transmission Temperature Sensor resistance chart. Replace the sensor if it is not within
the range of resistance specified in the chart.
3. Test the resistance of the wire harness. Do this between the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) wire harness connector terminal 42 and the sensor
connector terminal. Also check between terminal 4 to the sensor connector terminal. Repair the wire harness as necessary if the resistance is
greater than 1 ohm.
