Temp Sen Fault

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Temp Sen Fault
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This display indicates an internal ATFP control module fault exists, no external circuits are involved. Replace the ATFP control module.

Low Voltage

  1. This display indicates the ATFP control module has monitored battery voltage of less than 12.6V.
  2. Measure actual battery voltage with a DMM.
    • If actual battery voltage measures less than the value range, increase actual battery voltage and repeat Circuit/System Testing.
    • If actual battery voltage measures more than the value range, test the ATFP control module power and ground circuits for a high resistance condition. If the circuits test normal, replace the ATFP control module.

ATFPCM Over temp

  1. This display indicates the ATFP control module circuit board has reached a temperature of 115-125Β°C (239-257Β°F).
  2. Measure the actual temperature of the ATFP control module case.
    • If actual temperature is the same or more than the value range, no action is necessary.
    • If actual temperature is less than the value range, replace the ATFP control module.

ATFPCM Hot

  1. This display indicates the ATFP control module circuit board has reached a temperature of more than 125Β°C (257Β°F).
  2. Measure the actual temperature of the ATFP control module case.
    • If actual temperature is the same or more than the value range, no action is necessary.
    • If actual temperature is less than the value range, replace the ATFP control module.

Current High/Lo

  1. This display indicates the ATFP control module has monitored motor current that is outside the normal range for a given motor speed.
  2. Inspect for the following conditions:
    • Low or cavitating automatic transmission fluid
    • Poor terminal connection or wiring degradation
    • External indication of ATFP pump motor damage
  • If none of the conditions are observed, replace the ATFP motor/pump assembly and the ATFP control module.
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