{"id":137405,"date":"2025-09-01T23:58:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T06:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stevenrhine.com\/?p=137405"},"modified":"2025-10-15T16:19:58","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T23:19:58","slug":"pajero-mr195407-tin-can-transmission-controller-test-repair-info","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stevenrhine.com\/?p=137405","title":{"rendered":"Pajero MR195407 “Tin Can” Transmission Controller Test \/ Repair Info"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Pajero \u201cTin Can\u201d TCUs are generally more reliable than the plastic units and fail far less frequently. In fact, I\u2019ve only encountered a handful of these in need of repair compared to the over 100 of the plastic versions. (This is not info is not complete a work in progress)<\/p>\n

This page is intended to provide guidance for individuals who are capable of performing their own diagnostics and repairs. The information is provided as-is<\/em>. If you are not experienced in electronic repair, circuit tracing, circuit trace repair or soldering surface-mount components, please seek assistance from a qualified professional.<\/p>\n

Creating these guides and sharing this information takes time and effort. The best way to support my work is by sending your unit in for repair if it needs service. If you\u2019ve found this information helpful and would like to contribute, please consider making a donation: https:\/\/cash.app\/$slrhine<\/a><\/p>\n

Before concluding that the TCU is at fault, always verify that all vehicle sensors are functioning properly in the vehicle.<\/p>\n

Yes, I will accept these TCU’s for repair if they have been opened!
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Some TCU’s may have component designers labeled differently but they are in the same spot.<\/p>\n

Video of a TCU Sent In for Repair, Unit was Not Found to be defective.<\/p>\n