2012 SSANGYONG KORANDO Transmission

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A/T assembly
Automatic transmission is available as 4WD- and 2WD-type,
and provides 6 speeds for forward travel and 1 reverse
travel. It is also equipped with the torque converter with inner
lock-up clutch and electronically controlled solenoid which
controls all hydraulic functions.
3. CHASSIS COMPONENT LAYOUT
PTU (Power Transfer Unit)
The PTU is a device that transfers the power
generated from the engine to the rear axle through
propeller shaft and E-coupling by changing the power
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4WD vehicle.
Rear axle assembly
The rear axle installed in this car is a removable
axle, called IRDA (Independent Rear Differential
Axle). The rear differential carrier is installed
directly on the sub frame, and there is an
independent suspension that allows each wheel
on the same axle to move vertically independentl
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of each other with the universal joint and the slip
joint.
E-coupling control unit (E-Coupling ECU)
The E-coupling unit is a control unit which determines
the magnetic force by considering CAN signals (wheel
speed, engine torque, pedal opening, ABS/ESP CAN
signals, etc.) from other ECUs.
Inhibitor switch
Torque converter Oil pan
E-coupling sideRear axle side
Propeller shaft
1) 4WD Vehicle With Automatic Transmission
GSLDSLInhibitor switch
Torque converter Oil pan

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M6LF1 manual transmission
M6LF1 manual transmission is a model modified from the
one that used in other vehicle so that it can be applied to FF
(Front engine-Front wheel driving) type vehicle, and has an
axle in one piece. The engine torque and gear ratio of this
transmission have been optimized to maximize driving
performance. It provides 6 speeds for forward travel and 1
reverse travel.
Clutch assembly
M6LF1 manual transmission is a model modified from the
one that used in other vehicle so that it can be applied to FF
(Front engine-Front wheel driving) type vehicle, and has an
axle in one piece. The engine torque and gear ratio of this
transmission have been optimized to maximize driving
performance. It provides 6 speeds for forward travel and 1
reverse travel.
The 2WD vehicle with manual transmission is a front wheel drive type vehicle that doesn't have PTU,
propeller shaft, E-coupling and rear axle which are applied to 4WD vehicle. Its under structure is very
simple.
Manual gear selector lever
Transmission sideControl shaft assembly
Transaxle side
Concentric slave assembly
Pressure plate
2) 2WD Vehicle With Manual Transmission
Clutch disc

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Front sub frame with HPS type steering gear box assembly
The front sub frame consists of 4 body bush mountings and 2 transmission
bush mountings which reduce the vibration from the powertrain and road,
and also control the torque. And the frame is equipped with hydraulic
pressure pipe of the HPS type steering gear box.
4. SUB FRAME AND STEERING GEAR BOX LAYOUT
Front sub frame with EPS type steering gear box assembly
This kind of front sub frame system has the same mounting structure with
the frame with HPS. But the EPS type steering gear box has no hydraulic
pressure pipe since it is driven by the electric motor.
Rear side
Front sideHPS type steering
gear box assembly
Front sub frame
assembly
Rear side
Front side
EPS type steering
gear box assembly
Front sub frame
assembly

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3) General Instructions
Before lifting up the vehicle with a lift, correctly support the lifting points.
When using a jack, park the vehicle on a level ground and place the wheel chocks under the tires.
Position the jack under the frame and lift up the vehicle and then support with chassis stand before
service work.
Make sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery to prevent any damage to electric
systems.
If you have to work on vehicle, cover the seats and floor with protection covers to avoid any
damage and contamination.
Brake fluid and anti-freeze can damage the painted surface of body. So carefully handle them
during service work.
To improve the efficiency of service work, use only recommended and specified tools.
Use only Ssangyong genuine spare parts.
Never reuse the cotter pin, gasket, O-ring, oil seal, lock washer and self-locking nut. Replace them
with new ones. If reused, normal functions cannot be maintained.
Store the disassembled parts as a set based on disassembly order and unit.
Pay particular attention not to miss or mix the fasteners.
If necessary, especially for inspection, clean the removed parts completely.
Apply the oil or grease on the running and sliding surfeces before installation. Use the specified
sealant and gasket to prevent leakage if necessary.
Tighten the fasteners to the specified tightening torque.
As a final stage of service work, check if the serviced system is working properly and the problem
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(14) Remove the engine and transaxle as a set.
Manual transaxle: Transaxle can be separated after removing the front module (sub frame, engine
and transaxle).
Automatic transaxle: Transaxle can be separated after removing the sub frame. -
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2) Equipment
Korando is FF (Front Engine Front Drive) type vehicle, and engine and powertrain system are
integrated into a module. Therefore, 2-post lift and general equipment are necessary when working
on the engine and transmission.
Major equipment: Engine and transmission jack, Engine stand, Engine crane, Transmission jack,
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Engine stand
Engine crane

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1. OVERVIEW
Engine power reaches the transaxle via a torque converter with integral converter lock-up clutch. The six
forward gears and one reverse gear are obtained from a single planetary set, followed by a double
planetary set. This type of gear-set arrangement is commonly known as Lepelletier type gear-set.
The Model M11 6 speed automatic transaxle is electronically controlled. The control system is
comprised of the following components:
External transaxle control unit (TCU)
Internal embedded memory module (EMM)
Input and output speed sensors
Valve body unit comprised of four ON/OFF solenoid valves and six variable bleed solenoids (VBS)
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TCU controls the oil pressure for various internal clutches and bands to select the gear. It also controls
the electronic elements, shift pressure and torque converter slip. If the system is defective, TCU provides
FMEC (Failure Mode Effect Control) to maintain the functionality of transaxle. This keeps the basic
function of transaxle (gear selection) even when there are failure in controls and power supply.
There are selector shaft position sensor (inhibitor switch) and oil temperature sensor in transaxle. In
manual mode, TCU receives the information from TGS (Transmission Gear Selector) through PCB
(Printed Circuit Board) when driver selects the manual shift mode. TCU communicates with other
electric control modules through CAN. In order to ensure a safe driving state and to prevent damage to
the automatic transmission, TCU switches to Limp-Home mode in the event of critical faults.

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5. TRANSAXLE ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
1) General Information
The transmission control unit (TCU) and its input/output network control the following transmission
operations:
Shift timing
Line pressure
Clutch pressure (shift feel)
Torque converter clutch -
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also uses these signals when determining transaxle operating strategy. Using all of these input signals,
the TCU can determine when the time and conditions are right for a shift, or when to apply or release the
torque converter clutch. It will also determine the pressure needed to optimise shift feel. To accomplish
this, the TCU operates six variable bleed control solenoids and four on/off solenoids to control transaxle
operation.
2) TCU (Transmission Control Unit)
The transaxle control unit (TCU) is mounted
under the driver's seat and controls the operation
of the transaxle.
The TCU is activated and deactivated by the
ignition power supply and is connected to the
transaxle link harness by a 26 pin connector. The
TCU processes information received from internal
sensors and signals received across the CAN
bus in analogue and digital forms such as:
Transaxle input speed
Transaxle output speed
Accelerator pedal position
Gear selector position
Engine torque
Engine speed
Transaxle fluid temperature
Brake pedal status
Engine oil temperature
Engine coolant temperature
Ambient air temperature
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3) Shift Map Selection
The driver can manually select between normal (S) and winter modes (W) via the mode switch.
Depending on the transaxle temperature, uphill and downhill grades and altitude, shift maps will be
selected by the TCU to suit the driving conditions. The following maps are available.
Standard (Normal) Mode ▶
Normal Mode is selected when the lever is in the D position with the mode switch in the normal (S)
position and the transaxle is within normal temperature ranges. Shift schedule points are optimised for
fuel efficiency and general driving conditions.
Uphill and Downhill Mode ▶
In this mode, depending on the load of the vehicle, adaptive shift maps are selected to progressively
adjust the shift points and torque converter lock points.
Altitude Mode ▶
Shift points are automatically adjusted at higher altitudes to compensate for changes in engine torque
where the torque produced by the engine is greatly reduced by the effects of reduced barometric
pressure and temperature.
Winter (W) Mode ▶
When winter mode is selected, starting in second gear is facilitated and the WINTER mode indicator
light is switched ON. To prevent wheel spin on slippery surfaces, the transmission will not allow first gear
unless manually overridden.
Warm up Schedule ▶
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The torque converter will not lock-up below 20°C to assist in transaxle warm-up.
Hot Mode ▶
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converter lock-up is increased to prevent heat generation by the torque converter.
Activation of the hot mode inhibits other transmission performance features including uphill and downhill
compensation and altitude compensation. Some degradation in shift feel may be experienced as the
torque converter is not unlocked during shifting.
Cruise Control Mode ▶
When cruise control is activated the engine ECU may request the transaxle to downshift under trailing
throttle conditions to increase engine braking.
Above 110℃the electrical radiator fans are switch ON
Above 130℃the engine torque will be reduced and the W light on the instrument cluster will flash
Above 200℃the transaxle will neutralise until the fluid tem
perature falls below 200°C as a final
protection.

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1. ABBREVIATION
No Abbreviation Name
1 DTC Diagnostic trouble code
2 TCU Transmission control unit
3 ATF Automatic transmission fluid
4 DC Damper clutch
5 PCSV Pressure control solenoid valve
6 UD Under drive
7OD Over drive
8 LR Low reverse
9 LP Line pressure
10 SOL Solenoid
11 VFS Variable force solenoid
12 PG-A Input speed sensor
13 PG-B Output speed sensor