Location of the automatic transmission oil temperature sensor in the Mitsubishi Montero Sport:
Model: Mitsubishi Montero Sport Years of manufacture: 2008-2015
Engine: 3.2L DI-D (4M41)
Sensor location:
*Under the intake manifold
* Opposite the fuel filter
* Screwed to the automatic transmission oil pan
Details:
* The sensor is a two-pin connector
* Sensor wires are protected with electrical tape
* The sensor is located in a difficult to reach location and may require removal of the intake manifold to access it
Sensor function:
* The oil temperature sensor measures the temperature of the automatic transmission oil and transmits this information to the engine control module (ECM).
* The ECM uses sensor data to regulate transmission temperature by adjusting the flow of transmission fluid through the transmission cooler.