Kia Sorento: Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Removal

When replacing the TCM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as below.

[In the case of installing used TCM]

1.	Perform "TCM Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Immobilizer System")

2.	After finishing "TCM Neutral mode", perform "Key teaching" procedure with GDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Immobilizer System")

[In the case of installing new TCM]

Perform "Key teaching" procedure with GDS.

(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Immobilizer System")

When replacing the TCM, the vehicle equipped with the smart key system (Button start) must be performed procedure as below.

[In the case of installing used TCM]

1.	Perform "TCM Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Immobilizer System")

2.	After finishing "TCM Neutral mode", insert the key (or press the start button) and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position. Then the TCM learns the smart key information automatically.

[In the case of installing new TCM]

Insert the key (or press the start button) and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position. Then the TCM learns the smart key information automatically.

1.	Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

2.	Disconnect the TCM Connector (A).

3.	Remove the battery. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")

4.	Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")

5.	Remove the mounting bolts (A) and nut (B), and then remove the TCM (C).

6.	After removing the installation nuts (A) and screws (B), remove the TCM (C) from the bracket.

Connector [A] Pin No. Signal Condition Type Level 29 Sports mode up switch Up ON Input 0V/Battery voltage level ...

When replacing the TCM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as below. [In the ...

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