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1998 BMW 328IS E36

2.8L I6 M52RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor564Torque2386Fluid7DTC649Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P0711moderate severityPowertrain

Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Range/Performance

on 1998 BMW 328is E36 2.8L I6 M52 · RWD

What this code means

Trans temp sensor reading out of expected range.

Symptoms

  • Incorrect shifting
  • Limp mode

Common causes

  • Sensor fault
  • Wrong fluid
  • Internal trans problem

Diagnostic steps

  1. Compare sensor reading to expected temp
  2. Check fluid condition
  3. Test sensor

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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