Additional Service When Replacing Transaxle Assembly: Description

When replacing the transaxle, perform the following work. For work procedure, refer to Work Procedure .

ERASING, LOADING AND STORING OF CALIBRATION DATA

• The TCM acquires calibration data (individual characteristic value) of each solenoid that is stored in the ROM assembly (in the control valve). This enables the TCM to perform accurate control. For this reason, after the transaxle assembly is replaced, it is necessary to erase the calibration data previously stored in TCM, to load new calibration data, and to store them.

ERASING THE LEARNED VALUE DATA

• TCM learns indicated pressure for appropriate control of the transaxle assembly and records the learned values. For this reason, the leaned values stored in TCM must be erased after replacing a transaxle assembly.

ERASING CVT FLUID DEGRADATION LEVEL DATA

• TCM records the degradation level of the CVT fluid calculated from the vehicle driving status. Therefore, if the transaxle assembly is replaced, it is necessary to erase the CVT fluid degradation level data recorded by TCM.