Transmission Control Module (TCM): Installation

Verify that the manual lever position markings are aligned. Markings should indicate that the manual lever is in the OVERDRIVE position.

Fig 1: Locating Manual Lever Position Markings
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Install the TCM.
- Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Bolts On TCM
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Install the manual control lever.

Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Lever
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Install the manual control lever nut.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
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Connect the TCM electrical connector.

Fig 5: Locating TCM Electrical Connector
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CAUTION: Be careful not to bend the manual control lever when installing the shift cable.

Fig 6: Locating Shift Cable End

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Connect the shift cable end.
Install the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.3L or INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) .
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Carry out the TCM initial learning procedure. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) INITIAL LEARNING .
Check for correct vehicle operation.