Automatic transmission sensors in Volkswagen Golf 3
1. Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
*Located on the side of the throttle body.
2. Gear selector position sensor (PRNDL)
* Located on the side of the automatic transmission, next to the gear shift cable.
3. Transmission fluid (ATF) temperature sensor
* Screwed into the automatic transmission pan, usually in the front part.
4. Input shaft speed sensor
* Installed at the rear of the automatic transmission, directly behind the torque converter.
5. Output shaft speed sensor
* Installed in front of the automatic transmission, next to the differential.
6. Torque Converter Lockup Solenoid (TCC)
* Located inside the automatic transmission, next to the torque converter.
7. Shift solenoid A
* Located inside the automatic transmission, responsible for switching to 2nd and 4th gears.
8. Shift solenoid B
* Located inside the automatic transmission, responsible for switching to 1st and 3rd gears.
9. Shift Lever Position (NLP) Sensor
* Installed on the gear shift lever inside the cabin.
10. Engine speed relay (RPM)
*Located in the relay mounting block under the hood.