Procedures

1. Perform the appropriate necessary diagnostic troubleshooting steps and repairs for the DTCs read by the MUT-II scan tool. Refer to the troubleshooting charts starting on page 23A-114 of the 1996 Eclipse service manual. Then proceed to Step 2 of this bulletin for TCM reprogramming instructions.

2. Gather the following equipment which is contained in Reprogramming Kit

MIT992000-A:

Reprogramming Unit Tool No. MIT992000
Reprogramming Cartridge Tool No. MIT992011
EATX III/Engine Harness Tool No. MIT992001
Engine Compartment and Control Part No. MSSF-023G-00
Module Labels

CAUTION: Do not install the cartridge into the Reprogramming Unit at this time.






3. Attach the EATX III/Engine hamess 8pin connector to the Reprogramming Unit as described in page 6 of the Reprogramming Unit Instruction Manual.

4. Set the switch on the harness black box to the side labeled TRANSMISSION.






5. Connect the EATX III/Engine hamess 16pin and 12-pin connectors to the vehicle's data link connectors located under the instrument panel on the driver's side.

6. Install Reprogramming Cartridge MIT992011 into the Reprogramming Unit.

CAUTION: Do not disturb the harness cables or connections. Interruption during the reprogramming process could cause the TCM to lose programming data, or prevent future TCM reprogramming.

7. Follow the instructions displayed on the Reprogramming Unit screen.

8. The display will ask if you want to change the transmission controller part number. Select Yes. Reprogramming will begin.

NOTE: If the TCM cannot be reprogrammed, the displayed current and replacement TCM part numbers will be the same, or the message "BREAK NOT SEEN" will display. If so, do not continue with this reprogramming procedure.

9. The current and replacement TCM part numbers will display. Record the displayed replacement TCM part number.

10. When reprogramming is completed, disconnect the Reprogramming Unit and EATX III/Engine harness.

11. Test drive the vehicle to ensure that the transaxle shifts normally.

12. Using the MUT-II scan tool, check if any DTCs have been set in the TCM or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Perform any required DTC troubleshooting and repairs.






13. Using a ballpoint pen, enter the replacement TCM part number (noted in Step 9), your dealer code, and the current date on the Control Module Label.






14. Remove the center console side cover to access the TCM. Affix the Control Module Label to the side of the TCM. Then reinstall the console side cover.

15. Using a ballpoint pen, enter the replacement TCM part number, this TSB number TSB-96-23-009, your dealer code and the date on the Engine Compartment Label.









16. Carefully remove all dirt and oil from the vacant areas shown on the underside of the hood. Affix the Engine Compartment label in the area shown.