Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2016 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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 Air Intake Boot 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 Cleaner Case (Rear) And Throttle Body
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Disconnect the transmission radio ground terminal and transmission harness connector, and remove the harness clip.

Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Radio Ground Terminal And Harness Connector
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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: Moving Lock Lever
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Remove the TCM.

Fig 6: Identifying Transfer Control Module
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