Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light Display: Operation
The AT OIL TEMP light illuminates or blinks, when the ATF temperature is high and malfunction occurs in CVT.
- At normal condition
After turning the ignition switch to ON, illuminates for 2 seconds then goes off.
- When ATF temperature is high
AT OIL TEMP light illuminates when the ATF temperature is abnormally high with the ignition switch ON.
- When malfunction is detected
AT OIL TEMP light blinks at 2 Hz when the TCM detects the malfunction of CVT with the ignition switch ON. In this case, inspect using "Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". < Ref. to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)Β . >
- When AT learning is not finished
AT OIL TEMP light repeats "Blinking at 4 Hz β Turning OFF" when the AT learning is not completed with the ignition switch ON. In this case, perform the "Learning". (During AT learning, the light blinks at 2 Hz or illuminates.) < Ref. to LEARNING CONTROLΒ . >
If the AT OIL TEMP light does not illuminate, or illumination patterns are not as above, check the AT OIL TEMP light circuit. < Ref. to INSPECTIONΒ , AT OIL TEMP Warning Light Display. >
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.