Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 , removing and installing

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NOTE:

Observe general repair notes → Repair instructions .
Rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions → Rules for cleanliness when working on transmission .

Removing

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 can be removed with transmission installed.

Remove end cover → 38 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEARS, HYDRAULIC CONTROLS .

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Bolts & Twin Lip Oil Seal

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Remove bolts - arrows - and pull out Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 without tilting it.
Remove twin lip oil seal - A - from Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.

NOTE:

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

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, note the following:

NOTE:

Replace gaskets and O-rings.

Fig 2: Identifying Sensors Of Soiling And Metal Shavings

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If necessary, clean sensors - A - , - C - and - D - of soiling and metal shavings.
Clean selector shaft → Selector shaft, cleaning .

Fig 3: Coating New O-Rings On Hydraulic Control Module With ATF

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

Fig 4: Identifying Hydraulic Control Module Components

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Install Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 without canting it.

Harness connectors - A - , - B - and - C - on rear side of control module must engage on hydraulic control module.

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Bolts & Twin Lip Oil Seal

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Tighten bolts - arrows -.
Install end cover → 38 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEARS, HYDRAULIC CONTROLS .

After connecting Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 , the following steps must be performed:

Complete coding for new Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.
Perform adaptation for Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217.

Use Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 for this.

Torque specification

Component	Nm
Transmission Control Module (TCM) J217 to hydraulic control module	10