Code
P0941
Generic
P — Powertrain
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent
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Causes
- Intermittent/open/shorted wiring or connector in the sensor circuit
- Corroded or loose sensor connector or pins
- Failing or intermittent hydraulic oil temperature sensor (thermistor)
- Poor ground or power supply to the sensor circuit
- Water intrusion or contamination at connector
- Intermittent controller (ECM/TCM) input or internal fault
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or transmission warning lamp illuminated intermittently
- Erratic hydraulic oil temperature gauge or display readout fluctuating
- Intermittent transmission shift quality issues or limp mode (if controller relies on temp input)
- Stored intermittent DTC with occasional clear or non-reproducible occurrence
- Possible hard or harsh shifts when the fault is present
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame and full DTC history with a scan tool; note operating conditions when code set
- Visually inspect sensor, connector, and harness for damage, corrosion, contamination or water entry
- Wiggle test harness and connector while monitoring live temperature sensor data for dropouts
- Backprobe sensor connector and measure reference voltage, signal voltage, and ground continuity
- Measure sensor resistance across terminals at known oil temperatures (cold and warm) and compare to expected behavior
- Check for good ground at sensor and at the controller (voltage drop test)
Signal parameters
- Typical signal type: thermistor (resistance varies with temperature) producing a variable voltage to controller
- Approximate voltage range: ~0.5–4.5 V depending on oil temperature and sensor design (manufacturer-specific)
- Typical resistance behavior: decreases as temperature increases (example: ~2–10 kΩ at ~20°C; ~200–1,000 Ω at operating temps ~80–100°C)—refer to vehicle spec
- Open-circuit: signal voltage usually near reference supply (high) or out-of-range; short to ground: signal near 0–0.2 V
- Intermittent faults often show signal jumping, spiking, or dropping out on live data
Diagnostic algorithm
- Read and record DTC(s), freeze frame, and live hydraulic oil temperature data with a scan tool. Note frequency and conditions of occurrence.
- Visually inspect the sensor, harness, and connector for damage, corrosion, water, or loose pins. Repair obvious damage.
- With ignition on (engine off, per service manual), backprobe sensor connector: verify reference voltage (if used), signal voltage behavior, and ground continuity to controller. Wiggle harness and watch for intermittent changes.
- Measure sensor resistance at known temperatures (cold start and after warming). Confirm resistance changes smoothly with temperature (no sudden jumps). Compare to manufacturer spec if available.
- Perform voltage drop tests on ground and power circuits to ensure good connections. Repair or clean grounds and power splices as needed.
- If wiring/connector repairs are made, clear codes and road test to verify the issue stays cleared. Monitor live data for stability.
- If wiring and connectors are good but intermittent continues, replace the hydraulic oil temperature sensor and retest.
- If problem persists after sensor replacement, suspect intermittent controller input. Verify with wiring continuity to the controller and consider controller diagnostics or replacement per manufacturer guidance.
- After repair, erase codes and confirm no return of P0941 and that system behavior is normal across operating conditions.
Likely causes
- Damaged or chafed wiring where harness flexes (shorts to ground or intermittent open)
- Corrosion or bent pins at the sensor connector allowing intermittent contact
- Sensor element degraded and producing unstable resistance with temperature
- Loose or intermittent ground or fused power feed to sensor
- Poor repair or aftermarket connector previously installed
- Intermittent controller input—less common but possible
Fault status
Status
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent — intermittent or unstable signal detected from the hydraulic oil temperature sensor circuit.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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