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P0218 Chrysler Code - High Temperature Operation Activated

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The flow of transmission fluid starts in the bottom pan and is drawn through the filter, control valve body assembly, transmission case and into the oil pump assembly. Common causes include Low transmission fluid level, Transmission cooling system concerns, Transmission oil cooler plugged. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P0218 Chrysler indicates High Temperature Operation Activated.
Common causes: Common causes include Low transmission fluid level, Transmission cooling system concerns, Transmission oil cooler plugged.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 18,177

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P0218 Chrysler Description

The flow of transmission fluid starts in the bottom pan and is drawn through the filter, control valve body assembly, transmission case and into the oil pump assembly. The oil pump assembly pressurizes the fluid and directs it to the pressure regulator valve where it becomes the main supply of fluid to the various components and hydraulic circuits in the transmission. Hot fluid exiting the torque converter flows through the converter clutch apply valve and into the transmission cooler lines to the oil cooler located in the vehicle radiator (and auxiliary cooler if equipped). From the cooler, fluid returns to cool and lubricate the front of the transmission. In forward drive ranges, D4 fluid from the manual valve is routed through an orificed cup plug in the rear of the transmission case to feed the rear lube fluid circuit.

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0218 Chrysler?

Low transmission fluid level
Transmission cooling system concerns
Transmission oil cooler plugged

How to Fix the DTC P0218 Chrysler?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0218 Chrysler code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Rod
Date: April 23, 2017 at 5:10 pm

Code came on while stopping and starting about 30 times making deliveries. Fluid must have heated up,due to lack of air flow over cooler.

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OBDIITech
Date: April 24, 2017 at 8:59 pm

Very possible. Did you were able to clear the code? did the code comeback?

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