SsangYong Korando III (2010 year). Manual - part 212

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1st Gear State

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The 1st gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. Unlike the normal 1st gear, 

engine braking will be available in this manual 

1st state.

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2nd Gear State

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The 2nd gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. 2-1 automatic kick-down 

shifts are available. 2nd gear has engine 

braking available.

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3rd Gear State

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The 3rd gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. 3-2 and 3-1 automatic 

kick-down shifts are available. 3rd gear has 

engine braking available.

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4th Gear State

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The 4th gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. 4-3 and 4-2 automatic 

kick-down shifts are available. 4th gear has 

engine braking available.

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5th Gear State

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The 5th gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. 5-4 and 5-3 automatic 

kick-down shift is available. 5th gear has 

engine braking available.

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6th Gear State

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The 6th gear state will display on the 

instrument cluster. 6-5 and 6-4 automatic 

kick-down shifts are available. 6th gear has 

engine braking available.

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SVC type

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4. LIMP HOME MODE

When the transaxle is defective

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In the event of a system fault, the TCU also provides for failure mode effect control (FMEC) to maintain 

maximum functional operation of the transaxle.

In the event of a total loss of control or electrical power, the basic transaxle functions (Park, Reverse, 

Neutral and Drive) are retained. The 4th and reverse gear ratios with the torque converter clutch in the 

unlocked state are the retained gear states the hydraulic system supports without any electrical 

assistance.

The TCU communicates with other vehicle electronic control modules by the controller area network 

(CAN). If a major fault develops, the transaxle may automatically operate in a "limp home" (failure) 

mode to enable the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for repair.

The TCU also provides for transaxle diagnostics, which meet the requirements of OBD II legislation, 

monitoring all components which may effect vehicle emissions.

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When the transaxle overheats

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Limp home mode may also be engaged if the battery charge falls below 8V.

If the transaxle overheats, the shift patterns will automatically change to enable improved transaxle 

cooling.

During transaxle overheat, the instrument cluster transaxle selector position display and the over 
temperature condition is indicated by flashing the “W(Winter)” indicator on the instrument 

cluster until normal transaxle operating temperature is reached.

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Towing the automatic transaxle equipped vehicle

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Flat-bed equipment is the best method of moving a disabled vehicle to avoid any damages. 

For AWD vehicle: The vehicle must be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with 

all the wheels off the ground.

For 2WD vehicles: It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground without 

dollies and the front wheels off the ground. When being towed by a commercial towtruck and wheel 

dollies are not available, the front of the vehicle should be lifted, not the rear.

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5. TRANSAXLE ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM

1) General Information

The transmission control unit (TCU) and its input/output network control the following transmission 

operations:

Shift timing

Line pressure 

Clutch pressure (shift feel)

Torque converter clutch

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also uses these signals when determining transaxle operating strategy. Using all of these input signals, 

the TCU can determine when the time and conditions are right for a shift, or when to apply or release the 

torque converter clutch. It will also determine the pressure needed to optimise shift feel. To accomplish 

this, the TCU operates six variable bleed control solenoids and four on/off solenoids to control transaxle 

operation.

2) TCU (Transmission Control Unit)

The transaxle control unit (TCU) is mounted 

under the driver's seat and controls the operation 

of the transaxle.

The TCU is activated and deactivated by the 

ignition power supply and is connected to the 

transaxle link harness by a 26 pin connector. The 

TCU processes information received from internal 

sensors and signals received across the CAN 

bus in analogue and digital forms such as:

Transaxle input speed

Transaxle output speed

Accelerator pedal position

Gear selector position

Engine torque

Engine speed

Transaxle fluid temperature

Brake pedal status

Engine oil temperature

Engine coolant temperature

Ambient air temperature

Barometric pressure

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This information is used by the TCU to decide which shift pattern to select and for shift energy 

management. Electro-hydraulic solenoid valves and variable bleed solenoids control the transaxle gear 

changes.

Six variable bleed solenoids and four on/off solenoids are used to direct transaxle fluid flow to control the 

fluid pressure within the three clutches and two bands. Separate pressure regulators are used 

exclusively for torque converter clutch control and main transaxle line pressure.

The TCU monitors all TCU inputs and outputs to confirm correct system operation. If a fault occurs the 

TCU is able to perform default action and inform the driver of the problem through the instrument cluster 

warning lights. Detailed information is available via trouble codes which can be read with the service tool.