Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.3L or INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) .
Disconnect the shift cable end.

Fig 1: Locating Shift Cable End
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Disconnect the transmission control module (TCM) electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating TCM Electrical Connector
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Remove the manual control lever nut.

Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
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Remove the manual control lever.

Fig 4: Locating Manual Control Lever
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Remove the bolts and remove the TCM.

Fig 5: Locating Bolts On TCM
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