Rio L4-1.5L (2001)
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Check A/T fluid for level and appearance. If fluid is burnt or contaminated, transaxle may have to be replaced per instructions in TSB before
proceeding.
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Check for any (pending) DTC's, record their description and freeze frame data. If any electrical or circuit related DTC's are stored, repair before
replacing TCM or before attempting to correct DTC's that indicate system malfunctions.
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On repeat repairs, always check the vehicle's repair history to determine previous repairs and whether they were effective. Use repair history as
required to aid in diagnosis and repair approach.
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Call Kia Technical Assistance Hot line at 1-800-494-4542 for further information as required.
INSPECTION:
1.
Open drivers door and check production date on FMVSS door label.
2.
If vehicle's production date is 10/18/00 or later, vehicle has correct TCM - NO TCM REPLACEMENT IS REQUIRED.
Note:
If TCM has previously been replaced on this vehicle, it is possible that an older version was installed inadvertently. When in doubt, check TCM
version regardless of vehicle production date!
3.
If vehicles production date is before 10/18/00 determine TCM version using the illustration.
4.
If TCM is found to be an early version, proceed with step 5.
Note:
If TCM is the correct version, and DTC's are stored, follow appropriate procedures using DTC specific checklists in Service Manual and/or DTC
specific tips/information in scan tool.
REPAIR:
5.
Make sure Ignition switch is off and gear selector is in "PARK" position.
6.
Locate TCM under left lower dash area. (Sephia/Spectra shown; Rio similar).
