Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2783
Torque Converter Temperature Too High
The TCM detects that torque converter temperature exceeds the calibrated upper limit. Continuous slipping or insufficient cooling causes overheating and risks transmission damage.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number7 / 83
Possible causes
- Low transmission fluid level high
- Blocked transmission cooler medium
- Excessive TCC slip medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 300–2500 €
- Estimated time: 1–6 h
- Component: torque converter
- Component: transmission cooler
- Component: transmission fluid
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012