Repair Procedures: Adjustment

TCM adaptive values learning 

• TCM adaptive values learning: When shift shock has occurred or parts related with the transaxle has been replaced, TCM learning should be performed.
• In the following case, TCM learning is required.

• Automatic transaxle assembly replacement
• TCM upgrade or replacement
• Solenoid valve replacement

TCM adaptive values learning procedure 

• Static relearn (condition: ATF temperature 40 - 100°C (104 - 212°F)
  1. Step on the brake, and then pause for 3 seconds each on "N" range and "D" range.
  2. Repeat the above procedure four times.
  Fig 1: Shift Lever Timing Pattern

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• Driving relearn
  1. Drive the vehicle through all the gears (1st → 2nd → 3rd → 4th → 5th → 6th).
     NOTE: Keep the throttle position (15 - 25%) steady while driving the vehicle.
  2. Decelerate the vehicle by stepping on the brake (6th → 5th → 4th → 3rd → 2nd → 1st).
  3. Repeat the above procedure four times.