Galant ES L4-2350cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (1997)
Control Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T- Harsh 3 to 2 Downshift
NO.: TSB-98-23-14
DATE: September, 1998
MODEL: See below
SUBJECT:
A/T HARSH 3-2 DOWNSHIFT
PURPOSE
When decelerating below 30 mph, then accelerating prior to completely stopping, the automatic transmission may shift from third gear to second gear
with some harshness.
Installing a new, reprogrammed transmission control module (TCM) listed in the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin will improve shift
quality during condition.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
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1997-98 Galant A/T models produced 2/3/97 to 10/20/97 (VIN VE114438 to WE053859)
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1997-98 Eclipse Spyder A/T models equipped with 2.4L engine produced before 10/20/97 (VIN VE114470 to WE053838)
And the following vehicles equipped with a replacement or remanufactured automatic transmission:
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1994-98 Galant A/T models produced before 10/20/97 (VIN WE053859)
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1996-98 Eclipse Spyder A/T models equipped with 2.4L engine produced before 10/20/97 (VIN WE053838)
PROCEDURE
Inspect the A/T assembly and TCM part numbers installed on the vehicle. Install the appropriate TCM listed in the PARTS INFORMATION section of
this bulletin. Refer to Group 23 in the appropriate service manual for TCM replacement procedures.
On original equipment A/T assemblies, the part number is located where indicated by "A" in the illustration.
On replacement A/T assemblies, the part number is located where indicated by "B" in the illustration.
On remanufactured A/T assembly p/n RMD973041, there is round gold identification mark on the torque converter housing as shown in the illustration.