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Control Module: Service and Repair






Transmission Control Module, Replacing

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. Refer to the Ebahn website.

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.

Removal

- Remove the transmission end cover and mounting bolts.





Remove the mounting bolts- arrows -and pull out the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217) without tilting it.

Remove twin lip oil seal- A -from the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217).

Installation

- Assembly is performed in the reverse of the removal. Note the following:

When positioning the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217)ensure sensor on control module is not damaged.

Replace gaskets and O-rings.





If necessary, clean sensors - A,B,C - of dirt and metal shavings.

Clean selector shaft.





Before installing Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217), coat new O-rings- A - on hydraulic control module with ATF.





Install the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217) without tilting it. Harness connectors- A,B,C - on rear side of control module must engage on hydraulic control module.

- 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).

Final procedures

1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to => [ Diagnostic Mode 03 - Read DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Mode 03 - Read DTC Memory.

2. If necessary, erase DTC memory of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (J217). => [ Diagnostic Mode 04 - Erase DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Mode 04 - Erase DTC Memory.

3. Generate readiness code. => [ Readiness Code ] Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes.

End diagnosis