Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
Remove the air intake duct. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct.>
Remove the clip (A), and loosen the clamps (B) and (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Automatic Transmission Assembly Clip And Clamps
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Remove the air intake boot from the throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Intake Boot
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Disconnect the transmission radio ground terminal and transmission harness connector, and remove the harness clip.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Harness Clip
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Remove the transmission case cover.

Fig 4: Locating Transmission Case Cover Bolts
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Move the lock lever in the arrow direction while pressing the lock button, and disconnect the connector.

Fig 5: Pressing Lock Button
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Remove the TCM.

Fig 6: Identifying Transfer Control Module
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