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Powertrain Control Solutions
PCS TCM2800 Quick Start Guide
1 Installation Instruction Components
1.1 Introduction
Please check your new transmission control system contents. These transmissions are fully electronic and will not
shift automatically without a transmission control system connected to it. Powertrain Control Solution’s TCM, computer
software and wiring harness. The programmable TCM has many features such as; fully tunable part throttle and WOT
shift points, shift rmness for various throttle/torque level, Sport/Tow Haul calibration tables. The torque converter lock-up
vehicle speeds are fully adjustable as well as the lock up on rate. All of the wiring harness connectors are clearly labeled.
You should have received the following items:
• TCM-2800 Transmission Control Unit (TCM)
• Complete wiring harness with labeled connectors
• USB Drive with Software
• 5ft communications cable for TCM to laptop
1.2 Check TCM and Harness
Your TCM should come preloaded with a starting calibration le. Check the sticker on the bottom of the controller to
see what calibration le has been preloaded. If the sticker has “Cal to be loaded by OEM/Dealer” contact the dealer
the controller was purchased from to see if a calibration has been loaded or to acquire the initial calibration. If using the
controller on an unsupported transmission, a more in depth setup is required and is beyond the scope of this document.
Verify the connectors on the harness match the ones on your transmission and sensors. The Wiring harness schematics
have views of all the connectors and should be matched to your applications prior to any installation.
1.3 TCM and Harness Guidelines
The TCM itself is weatherproof, but there are some basic rules to follow when you are deciding a location to mount it
Mounting it in the engine compartment is acceptable or under the vehicle is acceptable. Also verify the wiring harness
has ample length to reach the other connections before permanently mounting it. The TCM requires an 12v power,12V
Switched, ground connection, Throttle Position input to operate correctly. The power connection to the TCM is prewired
to an unterminated wire.
Function Wire Color
12V Power Red
12V Switched Yellow
Ground Black
TPS Yellow/Black
TPS Ground Black/White
Engine RPM Orange/Black
Engine RPM Ground Black/White
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