P0938 - OBD II Trouble Code

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0938 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0938 code.

OBD II Fault Code

• OBD II P0938

OBD-II Code Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure is defined as a Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Range/Performance

The clutch uses hydraulic pressure to engage and disengage the clutch as well as shift gears. The Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor tells the Transmission Control Module (TCM) the temperature of the system. If the sensor sends back an implausible signal, code P0938 is stored.

Common Problems That Trigger the P0938 Code

• Hydraulic oil temperature sensor failure
• Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
• Wiring issue