Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0711
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range or Performance
The transmission fluid temperature sensor A reports a value within plausible range yet not matching the engine model - sensor drift or slow response.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 11
Possible causes
- Sensor element drifted high
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: 150–600 €
- Estimated time: 0.8–2.5 h
- Component: transmission fluid temperature sensor a
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012