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OBDSTAR  |  SKU: TCM-025

OBDSTAR (TCM-025) | ZF (8HP45-TC275) 16-pins TCM – 15-pins DB15 Adapter Cable | Passenger Car

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\nThe OBDSTAR TCM-025 is a adapter cable that the 16-pin TCM connector of the ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 transmission control unit converts to a 15-pin DB15 connector, compatible with OBDSTAR diagnostic devices and programmers. The cable is specifically designed for TCMs equipped with theInfineon TC275 processor, the third generation of the ZF 8HP45 automatic transmission. This configuration is particularly found in vehicles from Jaguar, Land Rover, BMW, Mini and various FCA/Stellantis models from model years 2013 onwards.\n

\nThe adapter cable provides a direct, wired connection possible between the TCM connector on the transmission control unit and the connected OBDSTAR device, without involving the vehicle's OBD2 system. The 16-pin round TCM connector connects directly to the housing connector of the ZF 8HP45 unit, while the DB15 side passes the signal lines to the programmer. This makes it possible to read or reprogram the TCM directly, even when the unit is removed from the vehicle. The cable supports communication via the protocols relevant to the TC275 protocols and data lines that requires OBDSTAR equipment for TCM service work.\n

\nKEY FEATURES\n

✔ \nDirect connection with the ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 TCM connector enables reprogramming without relying on the vehicle's OBD2 diagnostic system.\n
✔ \nCompatible for use with a removed TCM, allowing service work to be performed outside the vehicle.\n
✔ \nCovers a wide range of vehicle brands including Jaguar, Land Rover, BMW and FCA/Stellantis models that use the TC275 processor.\n

\nKEY POINTS\n

✕ Exclusively compatible with ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 units featuring the TC275 processor; not suitable for earlier generations or other ZF transmission types.
✕ Only works with OBDSTAR diagnostic devices and programmers; cannot be used with diagnostic hardware from other manufacturers.
✕ For BMW and Mini models, the presence of the TC275 processor depends on the specific model year and production variant; pre-verification is required.

Applications and Features

The TCM-025 adapter cable supports the following transmission control module service operations via OBDSTAR equipment on ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 units with TC275 processor.

  • Read TCM data: Control unit data from the ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 TCM is read via the direct cable connection and transmitted to the connected OBDSTAR device for analysis or backup purposes.
  • Write / flash TCM software: Replacement or updated software is written to the TC275 processor via the DB15 connection, allowing the firmware level of the transmission control unit to be updated or restored.
  • Cloning procedure: Original TCM data is read and then written to a replacement unit, enabling a faulty TCM to be replaced without vehicle-specific recoding through the dealer.
  • TCM initialization after replacement: After writing the correct software version, the cable supports the initialization steps performed by the OBDSTAR programmer to prepare the new TCM for use in the vehicle.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

The vehicles listed below are equipped with the ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 transmission control unit with TC275 processor and are compatible with the TCM-025 adapter cable. Always verify the exact processor variant of the installed TCM before use.

BMW:

  • 1 Series F20 / F21 LCI (118i, 120i, M140i): (2015–2019)
  • 2 Series F22 / F23 (220i, M240i): (2014–2021)
  • 3 Series F30 / F31 / F34 LCI (320i, 330i, 340i): (2015–2019)
  • 4 Series F32 / F33 / F36 LCI (420i, 430i, 440i): (2015–2021)
  • 5 Series G30 / G31 (520i, 530i, 540i early versions): (2017–2020)

Chrysler:

  • 300 (V6 models): (2015–2021)

Dodge:

  • Charger (V6 models): (2015–2021)
  • Challenger (V6 models): (2015–2021)

Jaguar:

  • F-Pace X761: (2016–2021)
  • F-Type X152: (2013–2020)
  • XE X760: (2015–2021)
  • XF X260: (2015–2021)
  • XJ X351: (2013–2019)

Jeep:

  • Grand Cherokee WK2 (V6 models): (2015–2021)

Land Rover:

  • Discovery 4: (2013–2016)
  • Discovery 5: (2017–2021)
  • Range Rover Sport L494: (2013–2022)
  • Range Rover Vogue L405: (2013–2021)

Mini:

  • Various models with 8HP45 Gen 3 (LCI versions): (2015–2019)

Ram:

  • 1500 Classic / V6 Pentastar models: (2015–2021)
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Good to know: The ZF 8HP45 Gen 3 TCM connector is located directly on the transmission housing. When disassembled outside the vehicle, the TCM-025 adapter cable can be connected directly to the standalone unit.

Package Contents

  • 1x OBDSTAR (TCM-025) | ZF (8HP45-TC275) 16-pin TCM – 15-pin DB15 Adapter Cable | Passenger Vehicles

Technical Specifications

Specification Description
Brand OBDSTAR
Part Number TCM-025
Product Type Adapter Cable
Vehicle-Side Connector ZF (8HP45-TC275) 16-pin TCM
Device-Side Connector 15-pin DB15
Vehicle Category Passenger Vehicles
Supported Brands BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Jaguar, Jeep, Land Rover, Mini, and Ram
Compatible With OBDSTAR programmers with DB15 interface
Weight 0.1 kg