Code
P1711
LAND ROVER
P — Powertrain
Transmission fluid temperature sensor out of autotest range
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Causes
- Faulty transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor (thermistor failure)
- Open, short or damaged wiring in TFT sensor circuit
- Corroded, loose or contaminated connector at sensor or TCM
- Incorrect or very low/high transmission fluid level or severely degraded fluid
- Poor ground or power supply to sensor/TCM
- Faulty Transmission Control Module (TCM) or internal software/calibration fault
Symptoms
- Transmission warning lamp or MIL illuminated
- Unusual or harsh shifting, delayed upshifts or downshifts
- TCM may force limp mode limiting gears
- Transmission temperature gauge or display may read erratic or blank
- Possible stored related transmission DTCs
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and all related codes with a capable scan tool
- Check live data for transmission fluid temperature value and observe during warm-up
- Visually inspect sensor connector and wiring for damage, corrosion, or loose pins
- Check transmission fluid level, color and odor (overheating/burnt fluid signs)
- Perform wiggle test on harness while monitoring live data for intermittent changes
- Measure sensor circuit voltage/continuity and resistance per manufacturer spec
Signal parameters
- Sensor type: typically NTC thermistor (resistance decreases as temperature rises)
- Normal signal: resistance and voltage vary with temperature — consult Land Rover service data for exact values
- Typical open-circuit symptom: infinite/very high resistance or out-of-range voltage (no reading)
- Typical short-circuit symptom: very low resistance or near 0 V / near battery voltage depending on circuit
- Autotest range: signal outside manufacturer limits (excessively high, low or erratic). Refer to factory data for threshold voltages/resistances.
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame, all stored codes and live TFT PID using a compatible diagnostic tool; note conditions when code set.
- Visually inspect sensor, connector and harness for obvious damage, corrosion or fluid contamination. Repair any damage.
- Check transmission fluid level and condition; correct level and replace fluid if severely degraded or contaminated.
- With ignition on (engine off) monitor TFT PID. Wiggle harness and connectors while watching for signal dropouts or jumps.
- Measure sensor resistance at ambient temperature and compare to factory specification. If values are out of range, replace sensor.
- Backprobe sensor connector and measure signal voltage with ignition on; compare to expected range per service manual. Check for short to power/ground.
- Verify continuity between sensor connector and TCM, and check grounds. Repair wiring faults as required.
- If wiring and sensor check good, perform a bench or functional test by substituting a known-good sensor or using manufacturer test procedures.
- Clear codes and perform road test/thermal cycle to confirm repair; if code returns after all wiring and sensor checks, consider TCM diagnosis or reprogramming per factory procedure.
- Safety note: be cautious of hot transmission fluid when checking fluid or testing with engine running; use proper PPE and supports.
Likely causes
- Failed TFT sensor
- Wiring harness damage or connector corrosion at sensor
- Incorrect fluid level/condition causing abnormal temperature reading
- Intermittent connector or poor ground
- Less likely: TCM fault after wiring and sensor are verified good
Fault status
Status
Transmission fluid temperature sensor out of autotest range — sensor circuit reporting voltage/resistance outside allowable limits. Check sensor, wiring, connector and fluid condition before replacing TCM.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.5 hours
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