A faulty transmission control module (TCM) most often causes limp mode with the gearbox stuck in one gear, harsh jolts when you select D or R, erratic gear changes, flashing PRND letters and a gearbox or engine warning light. However, the same symptoms are often caused by a low gearbox oil level, a weak battery, a poor earth or a faulty sensor. To test a transmission control module, start by checking the battery and reading the fault codes with a diagnostic tool that can talk to the gearbox control unit, then check the power supply, the connector, the oil and the live data. Below we explain the symptoms, the diagnostic steps and what the most common fault codes mean.
Engine control unit Kia Picanto 1.1 CRDI 0281012633 391012A010
Vendors's code: 0281012633
Product code: 8C58-7072A
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Individual variants may differ in price
product option
Important: Depending on the ECU type and vehicle model, not all of the options listed below may be available.
To select the correct option for your vehicle and ECU, please contact us before purchasing:
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1. Locked
This option is intended for professional workshops with the required specialist equipment and technical knowledge.
The ECU has been removed from a vehicle intended for recycling and still contains the immobilizer data and other information from the previous vehicle. Before it can be used in another car, it must be unlocked and then programmed using specialist automotive diagnostic equipment.
2. Unlocked
Several preparation methods may be available. The possible options depend on the ECU type, vehicle model and immobilizer system. Please contact us before purchasing, as some preparation methods are not available for every ECU.
Our electronics specialists can prepare the ECU in one of the following ways:
a) ECU with PIN code (Car Pass)
The PIN code is supplied, but programming with a suitable diagnostic tool is still required. After installing the ECU, it must be reset using the supplied PIN code and then programmed to the vehicle’s immobilizer system.
b) VIRGIN ECU
The data from the previous vehicle is removed and the ECU is restored to a clean, factory-like state. After installation, it must be programmed to the vehicle using a compatible specialist diagnostic tool. Unless another preparation method is specified in the product description, this is the standard unlocking option for most of our ECUs.
c) Plug & Play – IMMO OFF
The immobilizer function is disabled in the ECU. After installation, the engine can start without additional immobilizer programming. Please note that the vehicle will no longer have an active immobilizer function, and an immobilizer warning light or fault code may remain, depending on the vehicle model.
d) Plug & Play – Automatic Programming
After installation, the ECU automatically learns and saves the required vehicle data. No additional programming is normally required.
e) Plug & Play – 1:1 Clone
The data from your original ECU is copied to another fully functional ECU. The cloned unit is then ready for installation without additional programming.
You must send us your original ECU so that we can transfer its data to the replacement unit.
The original ECU must have working communication with the vehicle, a diagnostic tool or our programming equipment. If the required data cannot be read, a complete 1:1 clone may not be possible.
3. Complete Plug & Play Set
A complete matched set containing the ECU, immobilizer components and all other parts required to start the vehicle without additional programming. All components supplied in the set must be installed in the vehicle.
Important:
Dispatch time depends on the selected option. If an unlocked or specially prepared version is ordered, the preparation service usually requires an additional 1–2 business days.
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Does this engine control unit fit the Kia Picanto?
We offer a used engine control unit for the Kia Picanto - numbers 0281 012 633 / 0281012633; 39101-2A010 / 391012A010; it is in working order and in good condition. Check the numbers against your own module before ordering.
Engine control unit for Kia Picanto
If your Kia Picanto 1.1 CRDI is hard to start, loses power or has the engine warning light on, the control unit may be the cause. We are selling a used module in working order and in good condition.
How this control unit is labelled
- 0281 012 633 / 0281012633 - manufacturer's number - Bosch
- 39101-2A010 / 391012A010 - part number (OEM / vehicle)
- 39107-2A010 / 391072A010 - additional part number
- 60SA4T2EI01S - additional part number
Vehicle data from the listing
- Kia Picanto - model
- 1.1 CRDI - engine according to the listing
- Bosch - manufacturer
The role of the control unit in the engine
Control unit damage can result from water ingress, a voltage surge or wear of the electronic components. The symptoms may be constant or appear intermittently. Before buying, it is also worth knowing that the control unit communicates with the car's other modules over the CAN bus, which is why version compatibility matters.
Fitment
Compare number 0281 012 633 in full with the number on your control unit. Different versions were fitted to the same models, so it is the number that decides the match, not the model alone. Fitting is best left to a garage with suitable diagnostic equipment, as the module often needs coding and adaptation after replacement.
Locked or unlocked variant?
We prepare an unlocked control unit before dispatch (approx. 1-2 working days), so you do not have to do it yourself. In the locked variant, the control unit still holds the security coding and data of the car it came from, so it needs to be unlocked and programmed. The available methods, such as PIN / CAR PASS, Virgin, IMMO OFF, auto-programming or cloning, vary depending on the number, software and immobiliser. If in doubt, ask us before ordering. Read about the variants: locked and unlocked explained.
When the control unit needs replacing
- irregular idling,
- the car stalls when you release the accelerator pedal,
- crankshaft position sensor faults,
- the injection system warning light comes on.
Compare all the numbers with the label on your control unit, as the same engine may have been fitted with several versions of the module.
Questions and answers
| What does 'used, in working order' mean? |
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| We sell it as a used part in working order and in good condition; the warranty period is given in the features of this listing. |
| Could a control unit with a different number fit as well? |
| Sometimes, yes, but we do not assume that different listings are interchangeable. Compare all the numbers with the label on your control unit or ask us. |
| Why is the number written in several ways? |
| The same number may be written with spaces, with hyphens or as a single string. We give it in two forms to make it easier to find. |
Send questions about the fit to contact@auto24parts.com - include the model, year, engine and the number on the module.