Limp Home Mode; When The Transaxle Is Defective; Towing The Automatic Transaxle Equipped Vehicle - SSANGYONG Korando 2012 Manual

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4. LIMP HOME MODE

In the event of a system fault, the TCU also provides for failure mode effect control (FMEC) to maintain

maximum functional operation of the transaxle.

In the event of a total loss of control or electrical power, the basic transaxle functions (Park, Reverse,

Neutral and Drive) are retained. The 4th and reverse gear ratios with the torque converter clutch in the

unlocked state are the retained gear states the hydraulic system supports without any electrical

The TCU communicates with other vehicle electronic control modules by the controller area network

(CAN). If a major fault develops, the transaxle may automatically operate in a "limp home" (failure)

mode to enable the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for repair.

The TCU also provides for transaxle diagnostics, which meet the requirements of OBD II legislation,

monitoring all components which may effect vehicle emissions.

When the transaxle overheats

Limp home mode may also be engaged if the battery charge falls below 8V.

If the transaxle overheats, the shift patterns will automatically change to enable improved transaxle

During transaxle overheat, the instrument cluster transaxle selector position display and the over

temperature condition is indicated by flashing the "W(Winter)" indicator on the instrument

cluster until normal transaxle operating temperature is reached.

Flat-bed equipment is the best method of moving a disabled vehicle to avoid any damages.

For AWD vehicle: The vehicle must be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with

all the wheels off the ground.

For 2WD vehicles: It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground without

dollies and the front wheels off the ground. When being towed by a commercial towtruck and wheel

dollies are not available, the front of the vehicle should be lifted, not the rear.