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Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217, Replacing



Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217, Replacing

NOTE:
- The Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 is a component of the mechatronic unit in the transmission and cannot be replaced separately.
- To achieve optimal anti-theft protection for the vehicle, an anti-theft immobilizer was installed. The anti-theft immobilizer is a system for enabling/locking the Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.
- To perform adaptation of the anti-theft immobilizer.

Work procedure
Check the identification of the previous Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 as follows:
- Connect the scan tool.
- Switch the ignition on.
- Select "Diagnostic mode 9: Vehicle information."
- Select the "Test-ID 04: Calibration identification" .
- The Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 identification will be displayed, e.g.: 09G27750 L 0301
- End diagnosis and switch the ignition off.
- Replace the Mechatronic unit in the transmission.
- Check the identification of the new Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 to ensure it matches the old Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.
- Code the Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.
- Generate a readiness code.