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Transmission Control Module, Replacing

NOTE:

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- is a component of the Mechatronic unit in the transmission and cannot be serviced individually.

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.

-- End diagnosis and switch the ignition off.

-- Replace the Mechatronic unit in the transmission: ATF PAN, ATF FILTER AND MECHATRONIC OVERVIEW .

-- 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 readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .