Automatic Transmission Harsh Downshift (TS 01 01276)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HARSH DOWNSHIFT

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

AFFECTED VIN(S)

~JS3TD941164103164 ~JS3TE94V364101819 

~JS3TD943664103646 ~JS3TE941464102930 

~JS3TD944964101513 ~JS3TE943664104731 

~JS3TD945164100162 ~JS3TE944X64101162 

~JS3TD947664102595 ~JS3TE947464102057 

CONDITION

When decelerating (foot off the accelerator pedal) to a stop or driving down an incline a noticeable bump may be felt.

CAUSE

TCM Software Logic

CORRECTION

Shift quality can be improved by reprogramming the TCM. Follow the reprogramming procedure described below.

REQUIRED TOOLS AND SOFTWARE

Part Numbers	Description	QTY	Notes
09910-06520 or 09910-06521	SDS Tool Kit	1	Kit Includes USB Cable, Diagnostic Interface Box and DLC Cable
Suzuki Pitstop	Pass-Thru Reprograming Software SOFTWARE.EXE	1	Version 1.6.0.1 or later  Requires a Key Code to install
Suzuki Pitstop	Database DATABASE.EXE	1	Version 2.005.1215 or later  Requires a Key Code to install
Suzuki Pitstop	Suzuki Pass-Thru Reprogramming Tool Operator's Manual	1	Version 01266 or later. New version number, can be found on the last page. Must be read and understood completely before attempting to reprogram a vehicle
99963-01501-224	Reprogram Label	1	Labels can be ordered thru Suzuki Parts Department at no charge in packages of 200 each.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Labor Operation	Description	Failed Part Number	Complaint Code	Defect Code	Labor Time
FB33P0	Controller Assy, AT	Use the part number indicated at the end of reprogramming or look up the appropriate part number in the parts catalog.	81	48	0.4 Hrs.

Reprogramming Procedure

1. Log onto Suzuki Pit Stop.
2. Download and review the Suzuki Pass-Thru Reprogramming Tool Operator's Manual. This must be read and understood COMPLETELY before attempting to reprogram the TCM.
3. Following the procedure outlined in the Suzuki Pass-Thru Reprogramming Tool Operator's Manual, download and install the Pass-Thru Reprogramming Software "SOFTWARE.EXE" if it is not already installed  .
4. Download the Suzuki Pass-Thru Reprogramming Data Base "DATABASE.EXE" onto your PC. Follow the procedure in Section 3.2 of the Operator's Manual to update the Database files. This step is only required to be done once to accommodate all vehicles covered under this TSB.
   NOTE: This Database "DATABASE.EXE" now has a version number. Please follow the instruction in the operator's manual to check the version installed in your computer.
5. Following the procedures outlined in the Suzuki Pass-Thru Reprogramming Tool Operator's Manual, hook up the SDS Interface Tool P/N 09910-06520 or 09910-06521 to the vehicle and run the TCM reprogramming software. If the message "[4028] ECU already has the latest version" appears, click "OK" and "Finish" and then continue to step 6.
   NOTE: If you believe the code "[4028] ECU already has the latest version" is false, check that the Database has been properly installed. See step  4 and try reprogramming again. If after installing the Database properly code 4028 appears again, no further action is required.
6. Fill out the Reprogram Label P/N 99963-01501-224 (the part number and version will be displayed at the "The reprogramming is successful" screen). Then affix the label to the back of the glove box door as pictured below.