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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1996JETTA (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSECM/TCM - COMPONENT REPLACEMENT IDENTIFICATION
1996 Volkswagen Jetta (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)
ECM/TCM - Component Replacement Identification
1996 Volkswagen Jetta (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION ECM/TCM - Component Replacement Identification
Group: 00
Number: 97-01
Date: Jan. 29, 1997
Subject:
Digimat Transmission Control Module, Replacing
Model(s):
Golf, Jetta, Cabrio 49-State 1993 -->
Supersedes T.B. Group 00 Number 96-03 Dated Dec. 20, 1996

Use the chart to determine which Transmission Control Modules (TCM) are available for various 49-state ECM/TCM combinations.
Note:
^ When replacing a TCM for any reason, the choice of Part No. is limited to those TCMs which can be paired with the Engine Control Module (ECM) of the vehicle in question according to the chart.
^ Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) are for general reference only. Most VINs shown are approximate.
^ When multiple TCM Part Numbers are listed for a particular ECM/TCM combination, these are shown in order of development, i.e. the earliest TCM at the top with later TCMs following below.
CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only.
Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest information.
Number: 97-01
Date: Jan. 29, 1997
Subject:
Digimat Transmission Control Module, Replacing
Model(s):
Golf, Jetta, Cabrio 49-State 1993 -->
Supersedes T.B. Group 00 Number 96-03 Dated Dec. 20, 1996
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Use the chart to determine which Transmission Control Modules (TCM) are available for various 49-state ECM/TCM combinations.
Note:
^ When replacing a TCM for any reason, the choice of Part No. is limited to those TCMs which can be paired with the Engine Control Module (ECM) of the vehicle in question according to the chart.
^ Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) are for general reference only. Most VINs shown are approximate.
^ When multiple TCM Part Numbers are listed for a particular ECM/TCM combination, these are shown in order of development, i.e. the earliest TCM at the top with later TCMs following below.
CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only.
Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest information.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.