Automatic transmission adaptation after oil change: reset and calibration

Automatic transmission adaptation is a process that occurs after an oil change/repair, aimed at getting used to the driver’s driving style/style. The automatic transmission is adjusted to the operating modes of the engine, braking characteristics and the level of wear of the mechanism elements.

The article will answer the questions - when and on which automatic transmissions this procedure should be carried out, what correction is, the operation of the automatic transmission and its training modes, how to perform adaptation on most car brands, as well as on Kio Rio 3/4, Volkswagen Tiguan, Mazda CX5, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Solaris, Passat 56.

Which automatic transmissions undergo adaptation?

Unlike older cars produced before the early 1990s, modern cars are equipped with adaptive automatic transmissions that analyze the situation and adjust themselves to suit your driving style.

As a result, it is possible to reduce the number of gear changes, reduce the impact of jerks and increase driving safety.

The essence of adaptation is to record data in different load ranges in the memory of the transmission control unit (electronic unit).

To record information, speeds are switched multiple times, followed by analysis of the difference in rotation of the input-output shafts and selection of the optimal position, followed by its recording in memory.

Electronic control unit for automatic transmission Ford Focus 3

Why is automatic transmission adaptation needed after an oil change?

As noted, on modern cars the process is automated and does not require the participation of the car owner.

As for old cars, this work will have to be done at a service center or yourself.

As a result of adaptation, the following results can be achieved:

Stable and smooth operation of the transmission.
Reduce the number of automatic transmission shifts, which wears out less and lasts longer.
The number of cases when intervention by the car owner is required is reduced. The automatic transmission independently decides when it is better to slow down, or which mode should be activated.
The safety of driving on slippery or unpaved roads, where the car feels insecure, increases.
Correction of work taking into account the wear of the automatic transmission.

Adaptation is needed for chip tuning, which is especially important for diesel engines. This is caused by an increase in torque and, as a result, the appearance of shocks during automatic transmission operation.

Timely implementation of adaptive settings allows you to avoid such consequences.

What is automatic transmission correction?

To understand why adaptation is needed, it is important to know what automatic transmission correction is, and to at least superficially understand the operating principle of the latter.

To compress the discs of friction pairs at a strictly defined moment (this is important), and, accordingly, to engage gears, a piston is used, which is exposed to oil under a certain pressure.

In order for the automatic transmission control unit to understand that the clutches are compressed, angular velocity sensors are installed on the drive and driven shafts (input and output). The latter determine at what speed the shafts rotate.

During the compression and expansion of the friction pairs, the speed of rotation of the shafts changes, the sensors record this and transmit information to the “computer”.

The control unit registers the switching on and off of gears (compression and release of friction pairs) continuously with millisecond accuracy.

In this case, an important condition for the operation of the transmission is the simultaneous compression of one pair of clutches and the release of the other. Those. It is unacceptable when some clutches are compressed (one gear is engaged), while others have not yet released (the previous gear has not disengaged).

The condition for the operation of this entire system is the standard oil pressure that acts on the piston, and this means speed and timely gear shifting.

Over time, the components and parts of an automatic transmission wear out (especially clutches), the transmission fluid constantly changes its temperature and properties, and its viscosity and pressure change accordingly. Let us remember that the latter is an important indicator. Oil leaks are also possible.

To solve this problem, transmission manufacturers have structurally introduced pressure regulators into the automatic transmission circuits of the friction packs, which are directly connected to the control unit.

Those. It became possible to regulate the pressure in real time depending on the operating conditions of the automatic transmission and its technical condition, and, accordingly, regulate the moment of compression and release of each package, thereby compensating for possible deviations that appeared in the operation of the transmission.

This whole process is called automatic transmission adjustment, i.e. There are nominal ATF oil pressure values for a new gearbox, and there are adjusted ones for a used one. The unit of measurement is millibars.

The second indicator is the actuation time of the clutches. It is measured in milliseconds and is also recorded in the control unit.

By connecting to the block via the diagnostic connector, you can see the adjusted pressure relative to the nominal pressure for each friction pack, and there are usually 5 of them (A, B, C, D, E).

The value “0” or near zero indicates the nominal pressure characteristic of a new or refurbished box.

You can also see the response time of clutch pairs with the values “–” and “+”.

Those. if the numbers differ from the nominal ones, there is nothing wrong with that, this is normal operation of the automatic transmission, which is in the process of constant adjustment. However, in winter and summer these values can differ greatly.

And the question arises: is it necessary to reset the correction and perform adaptation on modern automatic transmissions? Let us remind you that we are not talking about old automatic transmissions.

Here the opinions of experts differ:

some say that this is simply not necessary; even after changing the oil, the control unit itself will correct the operation of the transmission. But if zeroing is done, after a while, which is approximately 300 - 1000 km (depending on the make of the car), the values will be adjusted to the prevailing factors, but during this time, unstable operation of the transmission is possible;
others, on the contrary, claim that car owners whose transmission has not undergone adaptation after a complete oil change are faced with jerking and slipping. This is especially noticeable when traveling in cold weather. Over time, the control system should adjust to the new oil, but this period may be enough to damage the gears and discs.

And what do you think? Write in the comments.

To avoid such consequences and prevent rapid wear of the automatic transmission, the automatic transmission data is completely erased to factory settings.

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washing the valve body vryali will help you, I’ll tell you how the U660 begins to die

there is a weak point in the automatic transmission design, this is the central bearing, a large planetary gear is supported on it, the entire load falls on it, the bearing race is secured in the housing with a stopper, when the planet is loaded, the stopper begins to break (what’s most interesting is that the aluminum wears out the iron stopper) and axial play appears on the planet, it begins to press down on the forward/direct drum, in this drum there are 2 packages C1 (1st, 2nd, 3rd gears) and C2 (4th, 5th, 6th gears ) and onto the output shaft of the front planetary gear In the forward/direct drum, due to skew and uneven load, it tears out a piece of the C2 direct piston and all gears after the 3rd disappear and the Teflon rings begin to eat the back cover between the front planetary gear and the hub, crushes the bearing and grinds the hub itself because of the percose, the bushing on the output shaft of the front planetary gear also burns and turns and a large loss of pressure occurs, the filter begins to become clogged with aluminum powder and burnt clutches and the pump begins to work with the most severe load, which leads to its overheating and the bushing being torn off and the gear breaking off does its job and the torque converter, the tape in it wears out very quickly, since during intense acceleration the slip mode is activated already from 2nd speed, all these nuances lead to the rapid death of this automatic transmission, a lot of cars come in for repair with a mileage of 150,000-170,000 km, they were used 120000km

When to adapt

Experience in operating and repairing automatic transmissions shows that adaptation is necessary in the following cases:

Filling with new oil (full replacement). As a rule, it is performed once every 80,000 km.
Repair or replacement of automatic transmission elements, for example, installation of new solenoids or replacement of a hydraulic plate.

If, after repairing the automatic transmission, the values are not brought to the nominal (factory settings), increased pressure will be created, which was still appropriate before the repair, but is no longer appropriate.

When switching, you will feel shocks and you will have to drive several hundred kilometers before the control unit adjusts the operation of the transmission.

All this time the owner will be tormented and nervous, not understanding what is happening.

To make adaptation faster, all adjustment values are reset to zero.

This will reduce the adaptation period from several hundred kilometers to several tens.

Adaptation is also needed when there is a change of owner, errors in the operation of the automatic transmission, or when switching from winter to summer mode (or vice versa).

Performing such steps may be necessary after returning from a long trip in which the car was operated at maximum load for a long time.

Note that a partial ATF oil change is carried out every 40,000 km and after that no adaptation is required.

As for the complete replacement of the transmission fluid (every 80,000 km), such work cannot be avoided, but there is no need to reset all adaptation values, just clear the data for a certain period of time.

At the same time, the automatic transmission gasket and filter are changed, so the involvement of service station specialists and the use of a specialized device is mandatory.

Basic adaptation parameters

Most modern automatic transmissions do not have keys for changing the operating mode. This feature simplifies the driving process, but the main requirement is the correct operation of the chip with the software installed in it.

In addition to the above, the automatic transmission records the following information:

Features of the brake system. If the driver likes to slow down sharply, when braking, the box immediately “removes” three gears. This happens automatically, but creates additional comfort for the driver.
Acceleration characteristics. An automatic transmission remembers how the car owner starts moving and subsequently records these features in memory. As a result, the car picks up speed more smoothly, without jerks or jolts.
Movement style. The automatic transmission analyzes the operation of the motor and records frequent pedal presses. Such analysis and adjustment make it possible to reduce fuel consumption associated with constant changes in speed conditions.

In addition, the automatic transmission remembers the operating conditions of the vehicle in winter. For example, when the wheels often slip, winter mode is automatically activated.

If the car rises up at an angle, the automatic transmission also recognizes this feature and shifts the transmission to a lower speed.

Drive switching

In the Prado 150 transmission, the device is equipped with three drives: after all, the car is all-wheel drive. When front-wheel drive is engaged, torque will be transmitted to the front wheels. The 4WD all-wheel drive badge in the Prado denotes this characteristic. Torque is supplied to each wheel of the Land Cruiser. In this case, you won’t be able to save an extra liter of gasoline. When switching to rear-wheel drive, all the engine energy, thanks to the timing belt, goes to the rear wheels.

Before engaging the all-wheel drive of the Prado 150, study the description of automatic transmission control. We move the transmission lever along the trajectory of a black or white arrow, deflecting it towards the passenger seat.

Before using the transfer case on our Prado 120 and changing gears along the path of the black arrows, we press the pedal responsible for braking. If you change gears along the path of the white arrows, then you don’t need to brake while driving.

In parking mode (P), the car is stationary. If the selector is installed in this position, then its movement is impossible thanks to the blocker.

In reverse (R), reverse gear is engaged.

If neutral (N) is engaged, the car moves in any direction.

Forward movement is available during drive (D): you must slow down before activating it.

There are other types of modes (4, 3, 2, L). They are used under certain road conditions (steep descent, ascent, slippery road). In “L” mode, powerful traction will allow the car to roll down steep hills.

Often the automatic transmission is supplemented with a manual tiptronic or steptronic to control the car while driving.

Automatic transmission training modes

Adaptive gearboxes provide two learning modes.

Long

To make changes, you need to drive the car 300-2000 km (depending on the brand). Throughout this period, the automatic transmission analyzes the driving style and adapts to the driver.

All the work is done by the automatic transmission control unit, which collects information, analyzes it, and then makes adjustments.

The owner does not need to do anything - it is enough to operate the vehicle as usual.

The advantage of the method is that it places less load on the vehicle components and makes the transition smoother.

Fast

It takes from 0.1 to 2 km to complete the setup. Automatic automatic transmission analyzes a specific period of operation that is typical at the current moment.

The use of the technique is relevant in the case of a sharp transition from a smooth suburban to a sharp urban regime.

If such changes in driving mode occur rarely, it is better to use the first option and allow the ECU to independently make the necessary settings.

Older transmissions only have one learning mode, which makes them slower to "learn" and difficult to operate.

If the automatic transmission stops obeying the owner, strong shocks and a sharp drop in speed appear. The cause of this phenomenon may be a mechanical or software malfunction.

This problem often occurs after completion of repair work or a complete oil change. This means that the machine is not adaptive and requires manual adjustment.

Battery selection

Three types of batteries work. These are basically serviceable batteries (this type is slowly disappearing from the market) and are maintenance free and maintenance free.

Batteries of the first type have a very fragile case and are subject to mechanical damage, so we immediately exclude it from contenders for the Toyota Camry.

Second type. Batteries that do not require maintenance, their price is quite high, they are safe and can be used for a long time. The main disadvantage is that these batteries are effective only in temperate climates; operation at temperatures typical of the Russian winter creates certain difficulties.

You want low maintenance batteries that are durable, safe and versatile. This is the best option for Toyota Camry V40, Camry V50 and V55.

When purchasing a battery, pay attention to the following characteristics:

The rated voltage must correspond to the specified one (it is indicated on the sticker on the battery case) and is equal to 12 volts. Ask the seller to test the voltage with a forklift before purchasing.
Battery capacity, measured in amps/hours. Simply put, it is the quantity or amount of energy stored in the battery (also indicated on the case). This setting determines how many attempts you can make when starting your Toyota Camry V40. The price of such a battery depends on its capacity.
Third parameter. This is the maximum starting current in amperes that the battery emits when starting the engine (indicated on the sticker on the battery case). The higher the starting current, the greater the power and the higher the speed of the motor with starter.

A battery with a smaller capacity will, of course, be cheaper, but its operation will not last long, and in the cold season there will be constant starting problems.

Significant capacity. This means a higher price and more money, which in this case you are literally throwing away.

By choosing a battery with a high voltage, you risk quickly burning out the starter. It is much better to change the engine oil, and problems associated with starting the engine will disappear.

Today, the most optimal batteries for 2.4-liter Toyota Carmry V40 engines are Varta E23 and FB Super NoVa 80D26L. If the engine capacity is 2.5 liters or more, it is recommended to use a Totachi 80D26L battery.

If there are no recommended batteries available for your car, and the question is which battery is best to choose, then using the parameters of rated voltage, voltage and power, you can choose the right type of battery.

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How the adaptation algorithm works

The principle of the adaptation algorithm is that it is initially configured to interact with transmission lubricant, which has factory properties, as well as with a fully operational transmission.

When the characteristics of the oil deteriorate and parts wear out on modern automatic transmissions, the operation of the latter is adjusted. We wrote about this above.

After a major overhaul of the box, or after filling in new lubricant, the manufacturer provides for forced settings by erasing the data to factory settings.

If this is not done, the control unit will function with the old settings, based on the previous state of the lubrication and transmission.

As a result, the system will adjust the operation of the solenoids, which, when closing/opening, will move with a delay to equalize the pressure.

How an automatic transmission does oil analysis

The automatic transmission does not control the density or volume of the lubricant, but the control unit constantly collects data on changes in the quality of the transmission fluid.

The information is analyzed by comparing the shaft speed data at the input and output of the gearbox (we wrote about this above in the section “What is correction”).

If this parameter exceeds a certain level, the block reacts and, when repeated many times, makes an adjustment. The car owner feels this problem as slipping or jerking.

Note that adaptation of ACCP is a difficult process. A description in the form of “making a correction” only superficially describes the operation of the system.

To make the necessary changes, a whole group of events is required that influences the situation and forces the control unit to make changes to the movement of the solenoids.

The latter, by the way, control the opening and closing of the oil supply channels of the hydraulic unit.

Please note that adaptation with the involvement of specialists from the dealership involves the use of a diagnostic device.

With its help, the non-volatile memory of the transmission control unit is erased, reset to factory settings for new transmission fluid and / or entire solenoids.

Differences between adaptive automatic transmissions and conventional ones

A simple gearbox does not provide any reduced speeds. The manufacturer sets 2500 rpm at which the device switches to the new speed. In this case, changing the gear earlier or later than this parameter is excluded.

In addition, simple automatic transmissions often have Overdrive and Sport buttons. The first simulates a reduced speed, and the second a sport mode.

The features described above are not provided for adaptive automatic transmissions. When switching between modes, the command is given by the ECU, not by the driver.

A separate category includes semi-adaptive transmissions. In this case, the reset function rests with the car owner himself.

If the gearbox is 100% adaptive, the car itself adapts to the driving mode and does not require additional actions.

Prado 150 transmission

The Toyota Prado all-wheel drive system is equipped with a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. In the Russian Federation, the majority of sales are made by Toyota Prado with automatic transmission, since the car is bought to drive around the city. The manual automatic transmission is suitable for off-road driving. Both gearboxes are highly reliable; their service life is approximately 400,000 km if the transmission oil is changed in a timely manner.

Sometimes some car owners, with a mileage of 15,000-20,000 km, notice constant jolts when the car stops. Injecting the cardan crosspieces helps get rid of them, or the cardan joints will have to be replaced. The main units are reliable, but sometimes there have been cases of failure due to slippage in cars with diesel and turbocharging.

An automatic transmission with 5 speeds, as well as a four-speed transmission with a gasoline engine, will work almost forever if the lubricant is updated regularly.

We carry out adaptation

Now let’s look at how to reset the adaptation and adjust the car “to suit you”.

The simplest and most accessible “zeroing” method involves the following steps:

Warm up the power unit to operating temperature (at least 700C). At this point, do not take any additional steps.
Stop the engine for five seconds and start it again.
Spin the engine to 2500-3000 rpm.
Turn off the engine and start it again.
Press the brake pedal and turn on each speed one by one.
Connect the dealer tester, perform a reset (reset).
Start moving.
When you reach 40 km/h, wait 60 seconds and stop the car.
Turn off the ignition, then turn it on again and start the engine.
Pick up speed up to 80 km/h, and after 60 seconds, smoothly stop the car.
Turn off the engine and then start it.
Change speed within 20 minutes in the range of 40-80 km/h. Move at the same speed for some time.
Travel for a distance of 5-20 km without increasing the load on the engine.
Check the seals for oil leaks. Inspect the automatic transmission for the appearance of transmission fluid in other areas.
Make sure there is enough oil. Perform the check after a trip lasting at least 30 minutes. In this way, you can avoid the appearance of foam and protect the gearbox from damage.

IMPORTANT: using a dealer scanner gives a guaranteed result. Chinese and other analogues may not reset the adjustments completely, which will lead to incorrect operation of the transmission. This is one of the reasons why it is advisable to carry out such a procedure at dealership service centers. After all, the price of an original scanner can reach $500.

There is another, simpler adaptation reset scheme, it involves the following steps:

Turn on the ignition (the lights on the dashboard should light up). In this case, there is no need to start the engine.
Press the accelerator as hard as possible.
Turn off the engine and wait three minutes.
Return the key in the lock to its original position and remove it.
Press the gas all the way down again.
Release the pedal and start the engine.
Follow steps 7 to 14 of the instructions discussed above.

Let's highlight the third method of resetting settings, which has some features:

Warm up the engine and automatic transmission to operating temperature.
Turn on the ignition, but do not start the engine.
Consistently, at 3-4 second intervals, make 4-5 automatic transmission shifts between positions N and D.
Turn off the engine again.
Repeat steps 7 to 14 of the first instructions.

If you have enough time to adapt after resetting the settings, you need to drive at least 1000 km. This should be enough for the automatic transmission to independently adapt to the new operating mode.

When to expect results

The first results of the work are noticeable after 10 minutes when driving on a flat road without active traffic flow.

The result of the work performed is an increase in the softness and smoothness of the gearbox, the absence of jerking and slow operation. If you notice slight twitching, it's not scary. After some time they should disappear on their own.

If the problem persists, it is advisable to go to the service center and entrust the work to the specialists.

The latter perform the work using a computer and using a diagnostic dealer scanner.

Please note the following points:

Full adaptation will occur after 40 gear changes.
Resetting settings can be done an unlimited number of times.
If you bought a used car, be sure to reset the settings to adjust the automatic transmission to suit you.
After the reset, the automatic transmission essentially operates in spot mode. That's why you need to be especially careful at first.

Prado 150 transmission

An automatic transmission with 5 speeds, as well as a four-speed transmission with a gasoline engine, will work almost forever if the lubricant is updated regularly.

Accelerated adaptation

The category of accelerated process includes forced “training” of the automatic transmission, which can be performed in two ways.

In each of them, it is necessary to have a clear algorithm of actions and professionalism at hand.

Judging by the information on forums and special websites, not all car owners manage to find the necessary information themselves and achieve the optimal result.

Features of accelerated adaptation methods:

First. The ECU is being flashed. The work must be done by specialists at a service station using special instruments and equipment.
Second. In this case, it is necessary to train the electronic control unit in motion from scratch. To do this, detailed information and instructions for performing the work should be at hand. For each model, individual steps are provided for heating the engine, turning off and turning on the ignition, reaching a certain speed, distance traveled and braking features.

We will talk about some car models below.

Cross-axle differential lock

The Prado 90 has the option of a rigid one (some models have a self-locking LSD axle). When it is locked, 3 wheels begin to rotate simultaneously, one in front and two in back.

This locking is activated using the “diff lock” lever on the instrument panel and is driven by an electric motor mounted on the rear axle.

The cross-axle differential lock can only be engaged when the vehicle is stopped and the gearbox selector is in N (neutral) position. The red indicator on the instrument panel lights up, first flashes (the locking process is in progress, you can’t move), then lights up constantly (the lock is on). It is used for driving through mud, sand, deep loose snow, for greater cross-country ability (overcoming difficult areas). Cannot be used on hard soils. Can be used with low range gears.

Why is the adaptive transmission slow?

Many car owners complain that after traffic jams, the adaptive gearbox begins to become “dull.” There is another situation when on flat sections of the road there is excellent dynamics, but when entering a city there are difficulties in gaining speed.

The reason is that the automatic transmission adapts to certain operating conditions: in a traffic jam or in city conditions. This is why the self-configuration option does not always give results.

To avoid such problems, it is important to carry out work on adapting the gearbox through chip firmware and in special service stations.

Lexus GX ✪REPLACEMENT✪ › Logbook › 59. Fixing a leak from under the transfer case actuator

When we changed the automatic transmission fluid, we discovered a fogged transfer case. An O-ring was ordered. Together with Sergei, who made a detailed photo report at the Lexus Club, we replaced the o-ring.

There is a nuance there. As soon as the actuator cover is removed, we take a photo of the position of the top gear and the blue pointer.

Full size Top gear and blue pointer (axis)

Because If you don’t remember the initial position, you can then “dance with a tambourine” around the distributor for a long time. Fortunately, I did it with an experienced person, they immediately took this nuance into account, and for good reason. When I removed the actuator, it moved very tightly, and in the end it flew off the axis, which caused additional rotation of the gears. Also, if after removing the actuator cover there is oil inside, then the oil seal needs to be changed. Next, pull up the small gear, which removes torque from the electric motor.

Possible problems and ways to solve them

The process of adapting the automatic transmission has become a reality thanks to the installation of sophisticated electronics, which are constantly optimized and developed.

The purpose of such systems is to increase reliability and safety for the driver and passengers. But it is precisely this feature that can cause problems.

As a rule, difficulties arise due to the control unit, in which program malfunctions may occur, or some element may fail.

The cause of the problems may be short circuits due to insulation failure or damage to the housings, overheating or increased humidity levels, oil ingress, dust or power surges in the on-board network.

Why is it advisable to use dealer scanners?

In continuation of the above thoughts. To reset the memory in the automatic transmission control unit, you need a diagnostic tool - a dealer scanner. It contains software that provides cleaning to factory settings.

During operation, all changes that were made to the memory while using the vehicle are deleted. But you need to understand that there are many fakes on the market, so it is important to focus only on original interfaces.

The use of dealer scanners that have not been certified is dangerous. This is due to the fact that they do not clear the control unit’s memory to factory settings or perform the work with errors.

The practice of using such devices has only confirmed that the operation of such equipment is incorrect, and a lot of “garbage” remains in the memory.

In many cases, the work is simply imitated without making any changes.

This fact is confirmed by service station specialists who regularly encounter similar difficulties.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Dream 33” › Logbook › Transfer case actuator. part 2

Continuation of the first entry: I was without a car for almost a month. Pradik stood at the service station with the disassembled actuator. I was looking for a live actuator for sale. But no one, not even the familiar disassembly, sells actuators separately from transfer cases. And where they sold them, they ran out, even at a high price. I agreed with the Service for an experiment, I will find a dead actuator, and they will assemble one working one from two. I found an advertisement on Avito for the sale of actuators in a “who the hell knows” state (in fact, it was clear that they were dead, but I essentially only needed the whole body). Even a dead actuator cost 3k, I paid for it and sent it. In general, the guys performed a miracle, but at 75% 1) The actuator was assembled (although it is not dismountable from the inside) 2) The oil seals that I wanted to change were changed. 3) The blocking works. We checked it at the intersection and on the lift 4) the indication that the blocking is turned on did not work and, accordingly, the weapon of the switched off electronic assistants does not turn on. The mechanism itself is blocked, and the sensor does not work.

In principle, it doesn’t affect the ride, but if I see a live actuator with a live sensor on sale, I’ll change it. Well, or I’ll stick the ESP OFF button into the gap in the GTZ connector. 200+500 oil seals Actuator bulkhead 1500 removal/installation 1500 dead actuator 3000

the work was carried out in September as of March 21, 14 thousand leaks have passed and there are no complaints

Do I need to reset the engine settings?

There is an opinion that, along with resetting the gearbox settings, it is necessary to do the same work for the engine. This is a misconception. Lubrication in the engine and transmission perform different functions.

In the first case, we are talking about cooling and lubrication of the cylinder-piston group (cylinder-piston group) mechanisms, and in the second, about assistance in transmitting torque and changing gears.

At the same time, there are no parts in the motor that would adapt to the quality of the lubricant. Such settings are not made in the engine control unit program.

Features of adaptation in some car brands

Now let's look at special cases concerning certain brands of cars.

Kia Rio 3

Third-generation Kia Rio cars are equipped with a six- or four-speed automatic transmission.

For her, the adaptation process takes place in several stages:

Warm up the automatic transmission oil to a temperature of 40 to 120 degrees Celsius. To do this, you need to drive about 15 km or get stuck in traffic jams.
Find a straight section of road where you can accelerate normally.
After heating, move the automatic transmission to position N, do not release the brake and wait another three seconds.
Move the handle to position D, wait three seconds and repeat this operation at least four times.
Turn on D, and then press the gas 15-25 percent and cover such a distance that the automatic transmission has time to go through all speeds. In this case, the transfer moment should be at the level of 2-2.2 thousand rpm.
Release the accelerator pedal and stop smoothly. During this period, observe the operation of the automatic transmission when braking with the engine at 40 and 20 km/h.

The option discussed above allows you to train the Ford Focus 3 gearbox from scratch.

Kia Rio 4

Kia Rio 4 cars are equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission type A6GF1.

To adapt it yourself, take the following steps:

Find a straight section of the route where there are no obstacles.
Warm up the transmission fluid to operating temperature. To do this, it is enough to drive 5-10 km.
Stop and move the automatic transmission handle to the N position.
Without releasing the brake, wait three seconds, and then move the automatic transmission handle to D.
Pause again for four seconds.
Repeat steps 3-5 four times.
Turn on D, press the gas at 15-25% and organize a short drive so that the transmission “goes through” all gears. At the same time, keep the speed at 2000-2200.
Release the gas and coast to a smooth stop.

Taking into account official documents, the adaptation of the Kia Rio 4 on the go must be completed four times to obtain the expected result.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen Tiguan cars are equipped with two types of automatic transmissions—DSG-6 DQ250 and DSG-7 DQ500. In both cases the adaptation will be identical.

It is carried out when replacing the “box” or control unit, in case of a software update, as well as in other cases described in the article.

The general algorithm of actions is as follows:

Heat the oil to 65 degrees Celsius. To do this, you can let the engine run at idle or drive in city mode. Use a tester to ensure the temperature is between 66 and 110 degrees Celsius. If this parameter is out of range, adaptation cannot be carried out. In this case, it is forbidden to achieve the desired temperature by increasing the engine speed in position D.
Connect the scanner and enter the “box” control unit (02), and after that 04 - basic adjustment (parameter 001).
Reset with the button and exit to the main menu.
Select 02 again and then 04, but set parameter 002.
Reset and exit.
Turn the ignition off and on, press the gas pedal to 100% and hold it in this position for five seconds. This way you can reset the old settings.

After the reset, you can go directly to adaptation and there are several options available here.

With the car parked:

Hit the brakes.
Move the gearshift knob from N to D.
Wait three seconds.
Repeat this algorithm for five times.
Repeat this procedure again for R.

In move:

Move the handle to position D and start moving.
Press the gas at 25-30%.
Drive until you shift to sixth gear and reach 80 km/h and above.
Lower the gas and wait until it stops. It is important that the speed reduction process takes more than 60 seconds.
Repeat this procedure 10 times.

In the next step, check the quality of the automatic transmission in terms of the presence of shocks. In practice, the automatic transmission begins to change speeds at 3000 rpm.

For comparison, before adaptation, this process occurred in the range from 2200 to 2600 rpm.

Mazda CX5

The car is equipped with a 6-speed ASIN automatic transmission and to adapt it, take the following steps:

Warm up the gearbox to a temperature of at least 60 degrees Celsius. If possible, it is better to ride to reach the 80 degree mark.
Place the car on a flat surface, move the handle to position P and turn off the engine.
Apply the brake, start and wait at least 30 seconds. At this stage and in the future, the brake remains applied.
Move the automatic transmission to position N and turn off the engine.
Move the handle to the M- position and, holding the handle with one hand in this position, press Start with the other.
Turn on the ignition and wait at least five seconds. All this time the handle is held in the M- position.
Move the automatic transmission handle from M to N position and start the engine.
Move the handle from neutral to M+ and lock the handle in this position for at least 5 seconds.
Move from M+ to M- and hold in this position for five or more seconds.
Make sure the engine revs up to 1200 rpm. As soon as the rise begins, lower the handle from M- to M position and wait about 10-15 seconds. This time should be enough to reduce the speed, and the M1 indicator on the dashboard will blink once.
Move the handle to P, turn off the car and then release the brake.

As a result of these steps, the transmission begins to operate smoother. The main thing is to observe the specified interval, namely a little more than 5 seconds specified in the instructions.

Toyota Camry

Adapting a Toyota Camry automatic transmission is becoming more and more difficult. Here, to reset the automatic transmission settings, a diagnostic scanner is needed.

After completing the work, it is recommended to drive for at least 10 minutes in quiet mode to give the gearbox time to adapt to the new operating mode.

If you wish, you can buy a Mini-VCI J2534 cable for car diagnostics and use the Toyota Techstream service program.

Let us immediately note that when using such a scheme, the result is not guaranteed.

General algorithm:

Install the MVCI Driver for TOYOTA.msi. It may be required if the installer does not work correctly on Windows.
Make changes to the registry to allow Toyota Techstream to see the Mini-VCI J2534.
Launch the program and go to the Setup section. Here, find the XHorse-MVCI menu.
Connect the MVCI cable to the USB interface.
Click on the Connect to Vehicle button in the program.
Confirm your model and year. This data should be determined automatically.
Start the car to open access to the diagnostic interface.
Reset automatic transmission settings.

To avoid errors, it is recommended to perform the reset at a service center using special equipment. Working independently is fraught with mistakes.

Hyundai Solaris

Hyundai Solaris cars are equipped with an automatic transmission type A6GF1; to adapt it, take the following steps:

Find a straight section of roads where there is no active traffic or other disturbances.
Warm up the transmission fluid in the automatic transmission to operating temperature. To do this you need to drive at least 5-10 km.
Stop and move the automatic transmission handle to position N. At the same time, the brake must be pressed.
Wait three seconds, and after that, move the handle to position D.
Wait three seconds again.
Perform the procedure described in steps 3-5 at least four times.
Move the handle to position D and press on the gas.
Pressing the pedal 15-25%, drive a short distance so that the gearbox goes through all speeds. At the same time, maintain the speed at 2000-2200.
Release the gas pedal and wait until the car comes to a complete stop. Do not press the brake - the car should coast to a stop.
Do the on-the-fly adaptation at least four times.

Passat B 5, 6

Volkswagen Passat 5 and 6 are often equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, for which you can make an adaptation yourself.

Initially, it is recommended to remove all errors that are in memory. After that, choose one of two options.

Basic operation of the automatic transmission:

Turn on the ignition without starting the car.
Move the automatic transmission handle to position P.
Press the gas and brake at the same time. Hold them in this position for 20 seconds.
Turn off the ignition.
Repeat the procedure at 1-second intervals: ignition, gas + brake.

After completing the above steps, the automatic transmission begins to change gears more smoothly without dragging or jolting.

For sport mode, follow the above steps (1 to 4), but twice without a break between each cycle.

In this case, the automatic transmission will operate in sport mode, characterized by more severe acceleration and increased intervals.

It also becomes possible to adjust the oil flow, which will allow you to start even faster. After this, we can assume that the automatic transmission control unit is connected to the engine.