P0713

Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit High

Transmission controls Generic OBD-II High

What it means

P0713 means the transmission fluid temperature sensor circuit is reading high — typically an open circuit that makes the fluid look far colder than it is. The transmission uses fluid temperature to schedule shifts and torque-converter lockup, so a bad reading causes firm or altered shifting and often a protective default mode until it's fixed.

High

Can I keep driving? Usually still drivable, but the transmission may shift firmly or skip torque-converter lockup and default to a protective mode. Fix it before long trips.

Real-world scan data

Seen in

298

scans in the past year

Found in

0.1%

of scans

0.1%

of scans that found faults

Appears alongside · share of P0713 scans

P0712in 21.5% of scans

P0748in 20.5% of scans

P2770in 18.8% of scans

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Common symptoms

What you'll notice

Harsh, delayed, or altered shifting
Torque-converter lockup not engaging (higher cruising RPM)
Check-engine light on
Slightly reduced fuel economy

Common causes

Most likely first

Faulty transmission fluid temperature sensor (reads high resistance)Likely
Open circuit in the sensor wiringCommon
Corroded or loose connectorCommon
Faulty TCM (less common)Less often

How to diagnose & fix

Work through it in order

Read freeze-frame data and view the fluid temperature reading (an open reads unrealistically cold).
Measure the sensor resistance and compare it to the temperature-vs-resistance spec.
Inspect the wiring and connector for an open circuit or corrosion.
Replace the sensor if it's out of spec, or repair the circuit.
Clear the code and confirm the temperature reads correctly.

FAQ

Quick answers

Is it safe to drive with P0713?+

Usually yes for short trips, but the transmission may shift firmly and skip converter lockup while it protects itself. Fix it before extended driving to avoid overheating the fluid.

Can I just clear P0713?+

It returns once the TCM re-reads the sensor. The faulty sensor or open wiring has to be repaired for the code to stay cleared.

Read & clear P0713 yourself

Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.

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