Transmission Oil Temp Sensor

2010 BMW 750xi 4.4, N63B44ASECTION Transmission Oil Temp Sensor

The TCM is provided with transmission oil temperature information via a temperature sensor. On most BMW transmissions, the sensor is an NTC element which is part of the transmission internal wiring harness.

4HP22/24 (EH):  These transmissions do not use a transmission oil temperature sensor. There are no transmission oil temperature influenced features on the 4HP transmissions.

All Except A5S360/390R, GA6HP26Z:  The transmission fluid temp sensor is part of the transmission internal wiring harness. On these transmissions, the sensor cannot be replaced separately. The harness must be replaced.

A5S360/390R transmission:  the sensor is a separate, replaceable sensor that can be unplugged from the harness.

GA6HP26Z:  the sensor is located in the Mechatronics Module, which is located inside of the transmission.

NOTE: The Mechatronics Module is not currently serviceable at this time. Contact the BMW Technical Hotline in the event of a failure. Do not attempt any repair or replacement of the Mechatronics Module.

The transmission oil temperature information is used to:

  • Initiate the Warm Up Program
  • To inhibit TCC operation until a specified temperature has been reached.
  • For determining fluid level when used with diagnostic equipment.
    Fig 1: Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor Is Connected To TCM
    G03403790Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The transmission oil temperature sensor is connected to the TCM via a 5 Volt reference and a circuit ground. As transmission oil temperature increases, the circuit resistance and voltage decrease proportionately.

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