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2015 KIA FORTE

1.8L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P3025moderate severityPowertrain

CVT Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit

on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The CVT fluid temperature sensor is reporting values outside the expected range.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Incorrect temperature display
  • Fan may run continuously
  • Transmission may overheat
  • Delayed protection mode activation

Common causes

  • Faulty temperature sensor
  • Corroded sensor connector
  • Damaged wiring
  • Sensor out of calibration
  • Short in circuit

Diagnostic steps

  1. Read CVT fluid temp PID
  2. Compare to actual temp with infrared thermometer
  3. Test sensor resistance vs temperature
  4. Inspect connector and wiring
  5. Check for shorts to ground or power

Repair notes

Replace CVT fluid temperature sensor.

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