Kia Sportage: Transaxle Control Module (TCM): Description and Operation

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Description

Transaxle Control Module (TCM) is the automatic transmission''s brain. The module receives and processes signals from various sensors and implements a wide range of transmission controls to ensure optimal driving conditions for the driver.

TCM is programmed for optimal response to any on-road situation. In the event of a transmission failure or malfunction, TCM stores the fault information in memory so that the technician may reference the code and quickly repair the transmission.

Functions

•	Monitors the vehicle''s operating conditions to determine the optimal gear setting.

•	Performs a gear change if the current gear setting differs from the identified optimal gear setting.

•	Determines the need for damper clutch (D/C) activation and engages the clutch accordingly.

•	Calculates the optimal line pressure level by constantly monitoring the torque level and adjusts the pressure accordingly.

•	Diagnoses the automatic transaxle for faults and failures.

Components and Components Location

Components Location [Vehicle Components] 1. Automatic transaxle2. Transaxle control module (TCM)3. Shift lever4. DLC [Transaxle Components] 1. Input speed sensor2. Output speed sensor3. So ...

Transaxle Control Module (TCM): Schematic Diagrams

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Kia Sportage: Transaxle Control Module (TCM): Description and Operation

Components and Components Location

Transaxle Control Module (TCM): Schematic Diagrams

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