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2006 ACURA RL

3.5L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
8 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0710moderate severityPowertrain

Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit

on 2006 Acura RL 3.5L V6 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the transmission fluid temperature sensor.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Incorrect shift timing
  • Limp mode possible

Common causes

  • Faulty temp sensor
  • Wiring issue
  • Connector corrosion

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor resistance at known temperature
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check connector

Repair notes

Replace trans temp sensor (often internal, may require pan removal).

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