Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Fiesta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the scan tool, recover all module information before removing the Transmission Control Module (TCM). For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION ADAPTIVE LEARNING .
Remove the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY -- EXPLODED VIEW .
Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly and the outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM & INTAKE AIR FILTERING SYSTEM .
Using a suitable tool, detach the wiring harness from the battery tray bracket.

Fig 1: Locating Battery Tray Wiring Harness Clamps
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Remove the selector lever cable bracket bolt, the battery tray bracket nuts and the battery tray bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Selector Lever Cable Bracket Bolt And Battery Tray Bracket Nuts
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Remove the wiring harness from the transaxle housing.

Fig 3: Locating Transaxle Housing Wiring Harness Clamp
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Detach the wiring harness clips from the Transmission Control Module (TCM) housing.

Fig 4: Locating Transmission Control Module Housing Wiring Harness Clips
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Disconnect the 2 TCM electrical connectors.

Fig 5: Locating TCM Electrical Connectors
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Remove the 4 TCM bolts.

Fig 6: Locating TCM Mounting Bolts
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Using a suitable flat blade screwdriver, carefully pry the TCM from the transaxle, at the location shown in illustration, and remove the TCM, discard the O-rings.

Fig 7: Removing TCM Using Flat Blade Screwdriver
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