Kia Carens: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Description and operation

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Automatic Transaxle System / Automatic Transaxle Control System / Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Description and operation

Description

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

•	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 torque converter clutch 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 faults and failures for automatic transaxle.

Operation

Components and components location

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Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Schematic diagrams

TCM connector and terminal function TCM Terminal Function Connector [A] Pin Description Pin Description ...

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