Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0710
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit
The transmission fluid temperature sensor A signal is missing or out of range. Used by shift logic to adapt timings to fluid viscosity.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 10
Possible causes
- Sensor internally faulty high
- Wiring fault medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 150–700 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: trans fluid temp sensor
- Component: sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012