Challenger V6-3.5L (2009)
Control Module: Description and Operation
Transmission Control Module - Operation
42RLE
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)- 42RLE
The 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 hardwired 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:
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Battery (B+) voltage
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Ignition "ON" voltage
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Transmission Control Relay (Switched B+)
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Throttle Position Sensor
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Crankshaft Position Sensor
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Transmission Range Sensor
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Pressure Switches
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Transmission Temperature Sensor
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Input Shaft Speed Sensor
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Output Shaft Speed Sensor
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Line Pressure Sensor
Some examples of indirect inputs to the TCM are:
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Engine/Body Identification
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Manifold Pressure
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Target Idle
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Torque Reduction Confirmation
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Engine Coolant Temperature
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Ambient/Battery Temperature
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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:
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Transmission Control Relay
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Solenoids
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Torque Reduction Request
Some examples of TCM indirect outputs are:
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Transmission Temperature (to PCM)
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PRNDL Position (to cluster/CCN)
In addition to monitoring inputs and controlling outputs, the TCM has other important responsibilities and functions:
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Storing and maintaining Clutch Volume Indexes (CVI)
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Storing and selecting appropriate Shift Schedules
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System self-diagnostics
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Diagnostic capabilities (with scan tool)
NOTE: If the TCM has been replaced, the "Quick Learn Procedure" must be performed. See: Powertrain Management/Computers and Control
Systems/Testing and Inspection/Programming and Relearning/TCM Adaptation
BATTERY FEED
A fused, direct battery feed to the TCM is used for continuous power. This battery voltage is necessary to retain memory in the TCM. When the battery
(B+) is disconnected, this memory is lost. When the battery (B+) is restored, this memory loss is detected by the TCM and a Diagnostic Trouble Code
(DTC) is set.
