A/T Controls - TCM Software Update For A/T Performance

NUMBER: 16-79-09
DATE: 09/11/09

APPLICABILITY:
2010 MY Legacy and Outback Equipped with 3.6L, 5A1

SUBJECT:
TCM Reprogramming Files

INTRODUCTION

This is to announce that TCM reprogramming files are now available to enhance the performance of the valves within the valve body. The purpose of this enhancement is to reduce the possibility of intermittent valve sticking. The current shifting or functionally of the transmission is not affected by this enhancement. It is recommended that reprogramming be performed on all applicable vehicles to assure proper transmission operation.

Note:
TCM reprogramming files were sent to all SDS users, as reprogramming SSMIII Flashwrite files on Friday September 11, 2009.

Countermeasure in Production





The new pack files were used in production August 7, 2009 starting with the VINs shown.





Pack File Applicability

Note:
After the reprogramming has been successfully completed, the Transmission Learning Control does not need to be performed.





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