Kia Rio: 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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Schematic diagrams
Connector [A]
Pin
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Description
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3
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PCSV-D
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4
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PCSV-A
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5
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LINE_VFS
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24
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PCSV-B
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43
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PCSV-C
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45
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SCSV-A
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54
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Manual mode "select" switch
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57
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Inhibitor switch "D" input
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58
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Inhibitor switch "R" input
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62
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Manual mode "up" switch
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64
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Power
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68
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Ground
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79
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Oil temperature sensor (-)
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80
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Oil temperature sensor (+)
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84
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Inhibitor switch "P" input
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85
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Power
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87
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Ground
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88
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Ground
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99
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Output speed sensor (+) signal
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100
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Input speed sensor (+) signal
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104
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Inhibitor switch "N" input
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105
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Manual mode "down" switch
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Connector [K]
Pin
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Description
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5
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Engine control relay "ON" input
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43
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Output speed sensor ground
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82
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Input speed sensor ground
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Repair procedures
| 1. |
TCM ground circuit test : Measure the resistance between TCM and chassis
ground. (Inspect the terminal connected to the chassis ground with the back
of harness connector as the inspection point of TCM side.)
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| 2. |
TCM connector test : Disconnect the TCM connector and visually check
the ground terminals on TCM side and harness side for bent pins or poor
contact pressure.
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If problem is not found in Steps 1 and 2, the TCM could be faulty.
If so, replace the TCM with a new one, and then check the vehicle again.
If the vehicle operates normally then the problem was likely with the TCM.
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Reinspection of original TCM : Install the original TCM (probably broken)
into a known-good vehicle and check the vehicle. If the problem occurs again,
replace the original TCM with a new one.
If the problem does not reoccur, this is an intermittentproblem and other
part may be faulty.
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| 1. |
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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Disconnect the TCM connectors (A) and then remove the TCM after loosening
the bolts and nut.
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Tightening torque :
9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Perform the TCM adaptive values learning procedure after replacing
the TCM.
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After replacing the TCM, perform the ECM-related procedures.
(Refer to Engine Control / Fuel System - "Engine Control Module")
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Description and operation
Description
Automatic transaxle control system relies on various measurements to determine
the current control status and determine the necessary compensation ...
Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Type
*NTC thermistor
Temp.[(°C)°F] / Resistance (kΩ)
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Other information:
The certification label is located on the driver's door sill at the center pillar.
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is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
This ...
Automatic turn off function
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ignition switch is turned off.
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Automatic Transaxle Control System
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