P275C

Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor D Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
Hard shifts
Transmission transition to emergency mode
Check Engine light comes on
Reduced transmission efficiency

Causes

Transmission fluid temperature sensor fault D
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Transmission control module (TCM) problems
Corroded contacts or damaged wiring harness

How to Fix

Check the condition of the transmission fluid temperature sensor D
Check the integrity of the sensor circuit and the condition of the connectors
Check sensor resistance and compare with factory specifications
If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the wiring
Reset the error code and check if it appears again

Related codes

P275B P275D P0710