Test requirements, Cautions, notes

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See TRANSMISSION ELECTRICAL TESTING .

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- is located under the rear seat.

Switch ignition off, release multi-pin connector lock in direction of -arrow-, then disconnect from control module.

Fig 1: Removing Multi-Pin Connector Lock (68-Pin Connector)

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Connect VAG 1598/18 test box to multi -pin connector -1- and lock, moving in direction of -arrow-.

Fig 2: Connecting Vag 1598/18 Test Box To Multi-Pin Connector (68-Pin)

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Wiring to and from the 68-pin TCM connector can be checked according to the wiring diagram using the VAG 1598/18 test box.

After electrical checks:

Re-connect multi-pin connector to TCM and lock.

Fig 3: Connecting Multi-Pin Connector To TCM (68-Pin)

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NOTE: When re-connecting, make sure that the guides (arrows) are engaged with the TCM pins.