OBDSTAR (TCM-024) | ZF (8HP45-TC277) 16-pins TCM – 15-pins DB15 Adapter Cable | Passenger Car
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The OBDSTAR TCM-024 is an adapter cable that converts a 16-pin TCM connection from ZF 8HP45 and 8HP45-TC277 transmission controls to a 15-pin DB15 connection. The cable is specifically designed for use with OBDSTAR readers or programmers and enables direct access to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) without dismantling the transmission. The cable supports the ZF 8HP45-90 and 8HP45 (Gen3 TC277) variants, with the TC277 processor central to signal processing.
The adapter cable connects the TCM connector of the ZF transmission control directly to the diagnostic or programming device via the DB15 output. This way, the relevant data signals — including those for software reading, calibration, and cloning or reprogramming tasks — are routed to the connected OBDSTAR device. Because the cable directly connects the physical TCM connector, communication is possible outside the vehicle network (bench mode), enabling work on the control unit without the vehicle needing to be fully operational. The pin assignment is tailored to the required voltage and data signals of the TC277 architecture.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Applications and functionalities
The OBDSTAR TCM-024 adapter cable supports the following functions on ZF 8HP45 (TC277) transmission controls in combination with compatible OBDSTAR equipment.
- TCM reading: The current software and calibration parameters are read from the Transmission Control Module via the direct 16-pin connection, without involving the vehicle CAN network.
- TCM cloning: The entire content of the TC277 processor is read and written to a replacement or identical TCM, including all stored transmission parameters.
- TCM reprogramming: Modified or updated software is written back to the TCM, used for software replacement or adjustment of transmission settings.
- Bench operation: The TCM can be accessed outside the vehicle or without an active vehicle network via the DB15 connection, allowing work on standalone control units.
- Transmission control identification: The cable enables reading of the module identification, such as software version and hardware number, of the connected ZF TCM.
Compatible vehicles and applications
The vehicles listed below are equipped with a ZF 8HP45 or 8HP45-TC277 transmission control that allows the use of the TCM-024 adapter cable. Only confirmed compatibility is included.
Alfa Romeo:
- Giulia (952): (2018–present, including Quadrifoglio V6)
- Stelvio (949): (2018–present, including Quadrifoglio)
Alpina:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277: (2018–present)
Aston Martin:
- DB11: (2018–present)
- DBS Superleggera: (2018–present)
- Vantage: (2018–present, AMG V8 or V12)
Audi:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Bentley:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
BMW:
- 1-Series F40: (2019–present)
- 2-Series F44 / G42: (2020–present, 220i, M235i, M240i)
- 3-Series G20 / G21 / G28: (2018–present, 320i, 330i, 330e, 340i, M340i, 320d, 330d)
- 4-Series G22 / G23 / G26: (2020–present, 420i, 430i, M440i)
- 5-Series G30 / G31 LCI / G60: (2019–present, 520i, 530e, 540i, M550i, 530d)
- 7-Series G11 / G12 LCI / G70: (2019–present, 745e, 750i)
- 8-Series G14 / G15 / G16: (2018–present, 840i, M850i)
- X3 / X4 G01 / G02 LCI: (2018–present, 30i, 40i, 30d, 40d, M40i)
- X5 / X6 G05 / G06: (2018–present, 30i, 40i, 30d, 40d, M50i, M60i)
- X7 G07: (2018–present, 40i, 40d, M50i, M60i)
- Z4 G29: (2018–present, 20i, 30i, M40i)
Chrysler:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Dodge:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Great Wall:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Iveco:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Jaguar:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Jeep:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Lamborghini:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Land Rover:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
MAN:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Maserati:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Porsche:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Rolls-Royce:
- Cullinan: (2018–present)
- Ghost: (2018–present)
- Phantom VIII: (2018–present, 6.75L V12 Twin-Turbo)
Toyota:
- GR Supra J29 / DB: (2019–present, 2.0L four-cylinder and 3.0L six-cylinder)
Vinfast:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
Volkswagen:
- Models with ZF 8HP45 TC277 architecture: (2018–present)
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