OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0941 Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent
The hydraulic oil temperature sensor reports a circuit intermittent fault. Oil temperature feedback for hydraulic system is unreliable.
Is it safe to drive with P0941?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyConnector not seated
- PossibleNoisy ground reference
- Less likelyConnector with intermittent contact under vibration
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–1.5 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Hydraulic Oil Temp Sensor, Wiring Harness, Tcm
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.