Transaxle Control Module (TCM)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The TCM uses the desired engine speed value to control the generator. The TCM uses the commanded wheel torque (with estimated engine torque) to control motor torque.

The TCM is on the high speed CAN and is integral to the transaxle. If 1 of the 2 bus wires becomes shorted to ground or voltage, communications on the CAN may not be possible. If there is an open in the network, communications may continue between some modules depending upon the location of the open circuit. Check the high speed CAN circuits 1908 (WH) and 1909 (BK) between the TCM C1458a and the DLC C251. Total resistance values must not be more than 5 ohms. If the resistance is more than 5 ohms, there is an open circuit in the high speed CAN, damage to the DLC C251, damage to the TCM C145 8 a, or a problem in the in-line connector. For removal and installation information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (ECVT) .