Control Module: Description and Operation

OPERATION

AISIN AW60T TRANSMISSION

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) controls all electronic operations of the transmission. The TCM receives information regarding vehicle operation from both direct and indirect inputs, and selects the operational mode of the transmission. Direct inputs are hard wired to, and used specifically by the TCM. Indirect inputs are shared with the TCM via the vehicle communication bus.

Some examples of direct inputs to the TCM are:

- Battery (B+) voltage
- Ignition "ON" voltage
- Transmission Range Sensor
- Pressure Switches
- Transmission Temperature Sensor
- Input Speed Sensor
- Output Speed Sensor

Some examples of indirect inputs to the TCM are:

- Engine/Body Identification
- Manifold Pressure
- Throttle position
- Engine Coolant Temperature
- Scan Tool Communication

Based on the information received from these various inputs, the TCM determines the appropriate shift schedule and shift points, depending on the present operating conditions and driver demand. This is possible through the control of various direct and indirect outputs.

Some examples of TCM direct outputs are:

- Solenoids.

Some examples of TCM. indirect outputs are:

- Transmission Temperature (to PCM).
- PRNDL Position (to cluster/CCN).

In addition to monitoring inputs and controlling outputs, the TCM has other important responsibilities and functions:

- Storing and maintaining Clutch Volume Indexes (CVI).
- Storing and selecting appropriate Shift Schedules.
- System self-diagnostics.
- Diagnostic capabilities (with scan tool).