FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Control Module: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

NOTE: If the transmission control module (TCM) is being replaced with a new or replacement unit, the Pinion Factor and Quick Learn procedures must be performed.

1. Disconnect battery negative cable at strut tower.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly and transmission control module (TCM)-to-power train control module (PCM) bracket nut.
3. Partially remove air cleaner assembly to clear PCM bracket stud.

TCM/Bracket Assembly:




4. Remove TCM-to-PDC bracket screw.
5. Partially remove TCM/mounting bracket assembly and disconnect TCM 60-way connector.
6. Remove TCM/mounting bracket assembly.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: If transmission control module is being replaced with a new or replacement unit, the Pinion Factor and Quick Learn procedures must be performed.

TCM And Mounting Bracket:




1. Install TCM mounting bracket to TCM and torque screws to 11 Nm (72 in. lbs.).
2. Install TCM 60-way connector and torque to 4 Nm (35 in. lbs.).
3. Install TCM/bracket into position.
4. Install and torque TCM bracket-to-PDC bracket mounting screw to 5 Nm (40 in. lbs.).
5. Install air cleaner assembly into position.
6. Install and torque air cleaner-to-PCM stud nut to 5 Nm (40 in. lbs.).
7. Connect battery negative cable.