Limp Home Mode - SSANGYONG KYRON 2010.01 Manual

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4. LIMP HOME MODE

▶ In case of transmission malfunction
1. If a serious fault occurs in the automatic transmission, the TCU enters the limp home mode
to secure safe driving and protect the automatic transmission.
2. As power is no longer supplied to the solenoid, the current basic function (P, R, N, D) is
maintained and the 4th gear can be maintained only by the operation of the hydraulic
system without electrical operation.
3. The ECU communicates with other electric modules with CAN. If a serious fault occurs, the
transmission automatically enters the limp home mode for service.
4. The TCU monitors all factors which can af
▶ In case of overheated transmission
1. The TCU enters the limp home mode when the batter voltage drops below 8 V.
2. If the transmission is overheated, the shift pattern is changed to the hot mode to cool the
transmission more efficiently.
3. While the transmission is overheated, the selector lever symbol and engine temperature
warning lamp on the instrument cluster blink until the transmission is cooled down to the
normal operation temperature. If the transmission is excessively overheated, the gear
cannot be shifted but remains in the neutral position.
▶ Towing vehicle equipped with A/T
The best way to transport the vehicle is to load it to a truck and transport it, especially if the
vehicle is 4WD.
- If towing the vehicle with the propeller shaft connected, the transmission or oil pump
of transfer case may malfunction, resulting in internal damage due to poor lubrication.
DSI M78 6-SPEED A/T
KYRON 2010.01