What to do if transmission over temp on Jeep Commander?
He unplugged and cleaned all of the connectors that plug into the tranny, and pinched some of them closer together so as to make a better connection, as he has seen that send faulty readings on trannys in the past, but not on this model.
How do you install a sensor in a transmission?
The sensor needs to be welded into your transmission pan – well, more accurately, you weld in what’s called a bung (this is like a nut, and has a threaded inside). A hole is drilled in the transmission pan, the bung is then welded over that hole, so that you have a spot where you can screw a sensor (looks like a bolt) into the transmission pan.
Is there anything wrong with my Jeep Commander?
The Jeep is back from the tranny shop, and the mechanic said he can’t justify doing anything at this point, as the codes don’t tell him anything specific that is wrong with the tranny, and the filters, and fluid, which he did change, looked good. Also said there is nothing he can find wrong with the torque converter.
Why does the transmission heat up in a jeep?
While autos aren’t for everyone, they definitely have their fans (me among them). One of the biggest problems with an automatic in a Jeep is that the low speeds you see in rock crawling cause less airflow, making the transmission heat up quickly.
He unplugged and cleaned all of the connectors that plug into the tranny, and pinched some of them closer together so as to make a better connection, as he has seen that send faulty readings on trannys in the past, but not on this model.
Where is the ambient temperature sensor on a jeep?
Below is a summary – the technical good stuff was posted by a Jeep tech in the UK. First the location of the sensor – just behind the right most section of the grill – see pictures attached. To remove it you can reach under the front fender and grab the assembly – twist and pull it slightly to the rear and it will come loose.
The Jeep is back from the tranny shop, and the mechanic said he can’t justify doing anything at this point, as the codes don’t tell him anything specific that is wrong with the tranny, and the filters, and fluid, which he did change, looked good. Also said there is nothing he can find wrong with the torque converter.
What does p0714 code on Jeep Commander mean?
The P0714 code tells that there is something wrong with or the temperature sensor, or with the wiring towards it or the PCM. The wiring should be not too difficult to check, but most probably will not be the fault in this case.
What’s the temp on my Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Temp was always at 180 degrees (give or take a few) which is spec. Had fluid/filters replaced at dealer in January and it still comes on at times. It seems to go in streaks: nothing for a few weeks and then on/off for a few weeks.
Where is the overdrive button on a Jeep Commander?
If this helps, it does have the overdrive, and a tow/haul button on the dash under the gps. It also has the 4WD low toggle on the console, and by tapping the shifter to the left it will drop down a gear at a time, and the same going back up.
Temp was always at 180 degrees (give or take a few) which is spec. Had fluid/filters replaced at dealer in January and it still comes on at times. It seems to go in streaks: nothing for a few weeks and then on/off for a few weeks.
Why is my Jeep transmission over temp coming on?
I had the same issue with the trans over temp and fan coming on, had a transmission shop check the temperature and it was spiking up and down all over the place; however, when they checked the trans dip stick it was ice cold. They told me it was possibly a faulty sensor within a solenoid pack inside the trans.
What’s the temp on my new Honda Accord?
Temp was always at 180 degrees (give or take a few) which is spec. Had fluid/filters replaced at dealer in January and it still comes on at times. It seems to go in streaks: nothing for a few weeks and then on/off for a few weeks. No pattern.
What kind of engine does a Jeep Commander have?
This vehicle has the 4.7 engine with the automatic trans. Currently 130,000 miles on the odometer. I have owned this Jeep since new. This is an intermittent problem that has been going on for a few months. There doesn’t seem to be anything unusual in the way the tranny shifts.
This vehicle has the 4.7 engine with the automatic trans. Currently 130,000 miles on the odometer. I have owned this Jeep since new. This is an intermittent problem that has been going on for a few months. There doesn’t seem to be anything unusual in the way the tranny shifts.
What does the transmission over temp light on a JGC mean?
On 2005 and on JGC the TCM (transmission control module) is integral to the PCM. The temperature sensor signal goes to the PCM and this one will trigger the overtemp light. What it the PCM? Powertrain Control Module.