Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Description and operation
The module receives and processes signals from various sensors and implements
a wide range of transaxle controls to ensure optimal driving conditions for
the driver.
Functions
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Monitors the vehicle's operating conditions to determine the optimal
gear setting.
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Performs a gear change if the current gear setting differs from the
identified optimal gear setting.
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Determines the need for torque converter clutch activation and engages
the clutch accordingly.
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Calculates the optimal line pressure level by constantly monitoring
the torque level and adjusts the pressure accordingly.
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Diagnoses the faults and failures for automatic transaxle.
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Adjustment
TCM adaptive values learning
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TCM adaptive values learning : When shift shock occurs or parts related
with the transaxle are replaced, TCM lea ...
TCM Connector
TCM terminal function
Connector [A]
Pin
Description
1
Solenoi ...
Other information:
Specification
Alternator
Item
Specification
Rated voltage
13.5V , 140A
Speed in use
1,500 - 18,000rpm
Pin
3 (C, L, FR)
Pully Type
Gener ...
Specification
Temperature
Resistance (kΩ)
°C
°F
-40
-40
40.93 - 48.35
-20
-4
13.89 - 16.03
0
32
5.3 ...