F 350 4WD Pickup V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (1994)
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor: Description and Operation
PURPOSE
Used as an input to determine shift schedule and Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) for temperature effects.
DESCRIPTION
The Transmission Operating Temperature (TOT) sensor is a temperature-sensitive device called a thermistor it is located in the solenoid body
assembly it sends a voltage signal to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The voltage signal varies with the transmission oil temperature.
OPERATION
The PCM uses the voltage signal to determine whether a cold start shift schedule is necessary. The cold start shift schedule lowers shift speeds to
allow for the reduced performance of cold engine operation. The TOT is part of the transmission solenoid assembly and is not replaced separately.
