Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- location

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Up to 12.92: in front of the front passenger seat under floor covering
From 01.93: under the rear seat.

Wiring from the 38-pin TCM connector can be checked according to the wiring diagram using the VAG 1598 test box.

Switch ignition OFF.
Disconnect multi-pin connector from Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217-.
Connect VAG 1598 test box to connector using VAG 1598/9 adapter.

Resistance measurements:

VAG 1598/9 adapter disconnected from Transmission Control Module (TCM)

Fig 1: VAG 1598/9 Adapter Disconnected From TCM (38-Pin)

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Voltage measurements:

VAG 1598/9 adapter connected to Transmission Control Module (TCM)

Fig 2: VAG 1598/9 Adapter Connected To TCM (38-Pin)

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