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Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 62 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Model: Cherokee TCM - Transmission Control Module?????2001 Cherokee Sport - I'm having some issues with my transmission. Its not wanting to shift into 4th gear....but sometimes it does. I took it into the shop and they replaced the range sensor and told me it was fixed. It was not. Now they are telling me its the Transmission Control Module. I'm thinking I'd rather try and get one and install it myself. Electronics are not my specialty but I look at it as one more thing to learn about my jeep. I found a place that will send me a refurbished one pre-programmed http://carcomputerexchange.com/jeep/.../prod_334.html Any tips, advice, experiences to share?? Thanks 03-26-2014, 09:32 PMAdmin from the shadows
Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lantana, Fl Posts: 33,895 Year: 1996 Model: Cherokee (XJ) Engine: 4.Slow The TCU on your model year is an integrated part of the ECU. Only way to replace that is to replace the whole ECU. Have you ever had you trans fluid and filter changed? 03-26-2014, 10:03 PMSenior Member
Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL. Posts: 615 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Year: 2000 Model: Cherokee Quote: Originally Posted by Outlaw Star The TCU on your model year is an integrated part of the ECU. Only way to replace that is to replace the whole ECU. Have you ever had you trans fluid and filter changed? http://www.ebay.com/itm/98-01-Jeep-Cherokee-Transmission-Control-Module-Unit-TCM-TCU-56041386AB-/221325693849?_trksid=p2054897.l5667 03-26-2014, 10:09 PMAdmin from the shadows
Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lantana, Fl Posts: 33,895 Year: 1996 Model: Cherokee (XJ) Engine: 4.Slow I'm pretty sure 01 had the integrated unit but i'll double check for yall. 03-27-2014, 09:35 AMMember
Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Lees Summit Posts: 125 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Year: 1996 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 ho Did you get your money back since they told you that was the problem fixed it and it wasn't? 03-27-2014, 11:31 AMJunior Member Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 62 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Model: Cherokee All fluids have been changed. No money back from the mechanic I went to.....I gave them a chance to try and fix it but I wasn't giving them any more money. The guy is giving me a the runaround...so I'm picking it up today. If I order the unit posted above on ebay...does it need to be reprogrammed? Thanks 03-27-2014, 11:43 AMCF Veteran
Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 8,357 Likes: 0 Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Quote: Originally Posted by CHRONIC_2001_XJ All fluids have been changed. No money back from the mechanic I went to.....I gave them a chance to try and fix it but I wasn't giving them any more money. The guy is giving me a the runaround...so I'm picking it up today. If I order the unit posted above on ebay...does it need to be reprogrammed? Thanks That's a good part number for a '98-'01 XJ TCM in the Ebay view. I don't know what programming they're talking about, but yes, go for it. Do you know how to get at the TCM to change it? Make sure that before unplugging the TCM connector that you disconnect the battery negative post connector. 03-27-2014, 11:51 AMJunior Member Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 62 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Model: Cherokee Not sure where its located. Under the dash some where?? Driver side? 03-27-2014, 12:07 PMSenior Member
Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL. Posts: 615 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Year: 2000 Model: Cherokee No programming needed. 03-27-2014, 12:27 PMCF Veteran
Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 8,357 Likes: 0 Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Quote: Originally Posted by prcherokee To get at this, remove the trim panel and kick panel from under the steering column. 03-27-2014, 12:40 PMJunior Member Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 62 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Model: Cherokee Cool Thank you...thats what I will do. 03-27-2014, 01:43 PMCF Veteran
Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 8,357 Likes: 0 Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Keep in mind that it was the same shop that hoodwinked you on your NSS is the same shop that determined that the TCM needs to be replaced. 11-12-2014, 08:05 PMNewbie
Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2 Likes: 0 Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts Year: 2000 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L Quote: Originally Posted by CCKen Keep in mind that it was the same shop that hoodwinked you on your NSS is the same shop that determined that the TCM needs to be replaced. After some exhaustive diagnosing and research I am 99.9% sure I need to replace the TCM. All with the help of CCKen's posts! Does the TCM need to be programmed to my specific rig or can I just plug n' play? A while back I replaced the PCM and it had to be programmed with my VIN, mileage etc. I'm guessing that's not the case with the TCM but I'd just like to be certain. 11-12-2014, 09:45 PMAdmin from the shadows
Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lantana, Fl Posts: 33,895 Year: 1996 Model: Cherokee (XJ) Engine: 4.Slow Quote: Originally Posted by jtm1202 After some exhaustive diagnosing and research I am 99.9% sure I need to replace the TCM. All with the help of CCKen's posts! Does the TCM need to be programmed to my specific rig or can I just plug n' play? A while back I replaced the PCM and it had to be programmed with my VIN, mileage etc. I'm guessing that's not the case with the TCM but I'd just like to be certain. If its a Renix, just plug n play. If its the H.O., the TCU is integrated with the ECU. 11-13-2014, 08:03 AMCF Veteran
Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 8,357 Likes: 0 Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 The TCM does not need to be programmed. Here's what the TCM looks like installed ('98-'01 XJ).
What happens when a transmission control module fails?Some of the most common signs of transmission control module failure include trouble shifting gears, getting stuck in gear, and lower gas mileage. But there are so many other red flags to look out for. Any signs of a bad transmission control module warrant a trip to your local mechanic.
How do you reset the transmission control module on a Jeep?How to reset a transmission control module Chevy. Step 1: Turn key position. The first thing you want to do is place your key in the ignition and turn it twice so all of the lights on the dashboard illuminate. ... . Step 2: Foot on the gas pedal. ... . Step 3: Turn key off and release gas pedal. ... . Step 4: Wait. ... . Step 5: Ready to drive.. Does a transmission control module need to be programmed?Does a used TCM need to be programmed? No, you don't need to reprogram used TCMs.
Where is the TCM module located?The transmission control module can often be found below the cover at the back of the transmission case. It should be just below the engine control module's position. Sometimes it's found under the center console in the interior or even under the hood near the battery or inner fender panel.
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