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Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Removal

1. Remove the battery terminal.
2. Lift the vehicle.
3. Remove the splash shield.
4. Loosen the drain plug and drain the transaxle oil.
5. Remove the oil pan. 
6. Disconnect the oil temperature sensor connector and remove the sensor(A) from the valve body.

Installation

1. Install the oil temperature sensor(A) and connect the sensor connector.

CAUTION:
When connecting the oil temperature connector, check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, then reconnect it.

2. Continue to apply liquid gasket at application points at the oil pan with dia. 0.098in(2.5mm) thickness.

Liquid gasket Part name : Three bond 1281B

3. Tighten the mounting bolt with the specified torque after installing the oil pan.

TORQUE:
13 - 15Nm(1.3 - 1.5kgf.m, 9.4 - 10.8lb-ft)

4. Install the drain plug.

TORQUE :
40 - 50Nm(4.0 - 5.0kgf.m, 28.9 - 36.2lb-ft)

5. Installation is the reverse of the removal.

Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints > < Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch, A/T|Description and Operation