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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015FORTE KOUP SX, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CONTROL SYSTEM - 1.6LTRANSAXLE CONTROL MODULE (TCM)REPAIR PROCEDURESINSTALLATION

2015 Kia Forte Koup SX, Automatic Trans

Repair Procedures: Installation

2015 Kia Forte Koup SX, Automatic TransSECTION Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Perform TCM learning after replacing the transaxle to prevent slow transaxle response, jerky acceleration and jerky startup. (Refer to Automatic Transaxle Control System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")
- When replacing the TCM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as below.
  [In the case of installing used TCM]
  1. Perform "TCM Neutral mode" procedure with GDS.
    (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
  2. After finishing "TCM Neutral mode", perform "Key teaching" procedure with GDS.
    (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
  [In the case of installing new TCM]
  
  Perform "Key teaching" procedure with GDS.
  
  (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
- When replacing the TCM, the vehicle equipped with the smart key system (Button start) must be performed procedure as below.
  [In the case of installing used TCM]
  1. Perform "TCM Neutral mode" procedure with GDS.
    (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
  2. After finishing "TCM Neutral mode", insert the key (or press the start button) and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position. Then the TCM learns the smart key information automatically.
  [In the case of installing new TCM]
  
  Insert the key (or press the start button) and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position. Then the TCM learns the smart key information automatically.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.