NHTSA ID Number: 11029621
Manufacturer Communication Number: 2080753/1
TSB/Document Date: 2026-03-05
Summary
58‑Way Transmission Control Module (TCM) Connector - Terminal Replacement. Customers may report one or more of the following concerns: • Transmission related warning messages displayed in the instrument cluster. • Irregular or unexpected gearshift behaviour. • Intermittent drivability concerns.
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TSB/Document ID: 2080753/1
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2026-02-05
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: POWER TRAIN
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Technical Service Bulletin
Topic
58‑Way Transmission Control Module (TCM) Connector - Terminal Replacement
Market area
Bentley
: worldwide (2WBE),China 796 VW Import Comp. Ltd (Vico), Beijing (6796)
Brand
Transaction No. 2080753/1
Level
EH
Status
Released for publishing
Release date
Feb 4, 2026
New customer code
Object of complaint
Complaint type
transmission -> power distribution, transmission of power
functionality
power, vehicle electrical system, data transfer -> power supply
functionality
transmission -> transmission control operation
functionality
power, vehicle electrical system, data transfer -> databus systems - component, automotive
> diagnostic connector
fluids -> loose
power, vehicle electrical system, data transfer -> databus systems
component, automotive
fluids
Vehicle data
Continental GT/GTC
Sales types
Type MY
Brand Designation Engine code Gearbox code Final drive code
3S3* 2018 E
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3S3* 2019 E
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3S3* 2020 E
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3S3* 2021 E
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3S3* 2022 E
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3S3* 2023 E
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3S3* 2024 E
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*
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3S4* 2019 E
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3S4* 2020 E
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3S4* 2021 E
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Position
3S4* 2022 E
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3S4* 2023 E
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3S4* 2024 E
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Z23* 2025 E
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Z23* 2026 E
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Z24* 2025 E
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Z24* 2026 E
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Flying Spur
Sales types
Type MY
Brand Designation Engine code Gearbox code Final drive code
Z32* 2025 E
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Z32* 2026 E
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ZG2* 2020 E
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ZG2* 2021 E
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ZG2* 2022 E
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ZG2* 2023 E
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ZG2* 2024 E
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Documents
Document name
master.xml
Technical Service Bulletin
58‑Way Transmission Control Module (TCM) Connector - Terminal
Replacement
Transaction No.: 2080753
/1
Release date: Feb 4, 2026
Condition
Customer statement
Customers may report one or more of the following concerns:
•
Transmission related warning messages displayed in the instrument cluster.
•
Irregular or unexpected gearshift behaviour.
•
Intermittent drivability concerns.
Workshop Findings
The customer concern has been confirmed during workshop investigation, along with one or more of the
following:
•
Various DTCs stored in 02 – Transmission Control Module.
•
DTC root cause linked to loose, opened, or damaged female terminals in the 58way Transmission
Control Module connector.
•
Evidence of poor terminal tension when conducting a drag test.
Technical Background
Over an extended period of service, the female terminals within the 58‑way TCM connector may exhibit
minor changes in fit. This condition can contribute to:
•
Reduced consistency of electrical contact
•
Intermittent signal interruptions that may result in system DTCs
•
Variations in TCM behaviour.
The approved service solution is to replace any affected terminals using VW terminal 000 979 034 E, which
is supplied in packs of 5 (sufficient for 10 terminal repairs).
Production Solution
Not applicable
Service
WARNING
Risk of Electric Shock: Disconnect the vehicle’s 12V battery before working on electrical connectors to
prevent accidental short circuits or injury.
CAUTION
Avoid Short Circuits: Do not bridge terminals or apply external voltage to control units as this can cause
irreversible damage.
Diagnosis:
1. Perform a full vehicle diagnostic scan.
2. Record and clear all DTCs.
3. Position the car on a ramp. Refer to ElsaPro booklet 404 - "Raising the raising and supporting the car”.
4. Remove the front undersheet. Refer to ElsaPro repair group 66 - "Front undersheet – To remove and fit".
5. Conduct a drag test on all suspect terminals within the 58-way TCM connector.
6. Identify terminals with:
•
Low retention force
•
Visible deformation
•
Evidence of arcing or corrosion
Terminal Replacement Procedure:
NOTICE
Refer to the information below and ElsaPro Repair Group 97 Wiring harness repairs
7. Disconnect battery per manufacturer guidelines.
Figure 1. Terminal removal
8. To remove a defective contact terminal, follow the steps below and see the diagram in figure 1:
a. Locate the flex lock at the front end of the cavity.
b. Insert Tool 12094429 straight into the cavity.
c. Deflect the flex lock to unseat the terminal.
d. Gently pull on the cable to remove the female terminal from the receptacle.
9. Crimp a new female terminal 000 979 034 E using the correct crimping tool.
a. Insert the new terminal into the correct cavity until a positive click is felt.
b. Remove insulation from cable end (6-7mm) using cable stripper.
c. Insert the stripped end of the cable into your chosen terminal/connector and ensure they're properly
aligned.
d. Position the cable and the connectors onto the jaws/dies of the crimping tool.
e. Apply pressure on the handles of the crimping tool to crimp the connector to the cable conductor.
f. A clicking sound may be hard, and the tool will automatically release it once a crimping cycle is done.
g. Feed in the repaired cable terminal back into the connector. The contact must click in audibly.
10. Reassemble connector and verify correct seating.
11. Rebuild the vehicle back to specification.
12. Reconnect battery.
13. Perform a full diagnostic scan and confirm no TCM DTCs return.
14. Conduct a road test if any drivability related complaints were reported.
Warranty
Warranty Type – 110 or 910
Damage Service Number – 97 09
Damage Code – 00 28
Labour
Time to perform GFF diagnosis
Labour Operation Code – 01 50 00 00
Time – 30 TU
Time to remove and install front under sheet
Labour Operation Code – 10 80 19 00
Time – 60 TU
Time to check central wiring harness terminals
Labour Operation Code – 97 09 01 01
Time – 10 TU
Time to repair central wiring harness terminals x 1
Labour Operation Code – 97 09 41 51
Time – 30 TU
Time to repair central wiring harness terminals x 3
Labour Operation Code – 97 09 41 53
Time – 50 TU
Road Test
Labour operation code 01 21 00 01
Time – 30 TU
Required Parts and Tools
Part Number
Description
Qty
000 979 034 E
Female terminal (suitable for 0.35
& 0.50 CSA) – supplied in packs
of 5
As required
See ETKA
Crimp connector tool (VAS 1978
B)
As needed
Always refer to ETKA pars catalogue
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