2005 Saturn Vue On TCM Letters Yjku Stand Serial 12202143 TCM Replace Unit

2005 SATURN VUE
130,000 MILES
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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on the tcm,what do the letters YJKU stand for? serial #12202143 on tcm. can i replace unit with same model # but defferent letters?
Feb 3, 2013 at 9:24 PM
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Do you have a 4cyl or V6 engine?Not sure what the letters mean but if I get a little more info I can help you out.So why does it need a TCM?
Feb 3, 2013 at 9:52 PM
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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throws code p2637 4 cyl runs bad installed new plugs. engine in safe mode
Feb 3, 2013 at 10:43 PM
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That's the only code you have?Does it run rough at idle and down the road like you have a engine miss?
Feb 3, 2013 at 11:43 PM
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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only code, it runs rough at idle ,wont accelerate engine in power saver mode (engine light with downward arrow)
Feb 4, 2013 at 11:05 PM
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It does say reset the code ad if the code comes back you have a bad to replace the tcm.Not sure what years will work if you get a used tcm make sure you get it reflashed at the dealer.
Feb 5, 2013 at 2:26 AM
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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wont reset. buying refurb. unit thanks for help
Feb 5, 2013 at 10:49 PM
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Your welcome.
Feb 6, 2013 at 1:19 AM
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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replaced tcm runs great .
Feb 8, 2013 at 11:32 PM
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Glad to hear it.
Feb 9, 2013 at 2:48 AM
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still curious about letters on tcm. YJKU any idea ?
Feb 11, 2013 at 12:53 AM
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No idea on that one some kind of coding.
Feb 11, 2013 at 5:29 AM
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BRIANPRIMEAUX
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thanks for the help
Feb 14, 2013 at 12:03 AM
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Your welcome anytime.
Feb 14, 2013 at 3:29 AM
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