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Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

NOTE:
- If Transmission Control Module (TCM) is being replaced with a new or replacement unit, the Quick Learn procedure must be performed. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
- If vehicle has less than 6,035 km (3750 miles), the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Break-In Strategy restart procedure must also be performed. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).

1. Raise deck lid.
2. Disconnect battery negative cable.
3. Loosen 60 way retaining screw, located in the center of the 60 way connector. Disconnect connector.

Fig. 7 Transmission Control Module:




4. Remove transmission control module mounting screws and lift module from vehicle (Fig. 7).

INSTALLATION

NOTE:
- If transmission control module is being replaced with a new or replacement unit, Quick Learn procedure must be performed. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
- If TCM is replaced and vehicle has less than 6,035 km (3750 miles), the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Break-In Strategy restart procedure must also be performed. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).

1. Install transmission control module and tighten mounting screws (Fig. 7).
2. Install 60 way connector. Tighten 60 way retaining screw to 4 Nm (35 in. lbs.).
3. Connect battery negative cable.
4. If TCM was replaced, perform the Quick Learn procedure.
5. If TCM was replaced and vehicle has less than 6,035 km (3750 miles), perform TCC Break-In restart procedure.