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Control Module: Service and Repair

Transmission Control Module (TCM)

Transmission Control Module (TCM):





Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
3. Remove the transmission control module (TCM) and bracket from the frame.
1. Move the splash shield aside.
2. Remove the bolts.





4. Remove the TCM from the bracket.
1. Disconnect the TCM electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts.





Installation
1. Connect the TCM to the bracket.
1. Install the TCM-to-bracket bolts.
^ Tighten to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
2. Connect the TCM electrical connector.





2. Install the TCM and bracket onto the frame.
1. Install the TCM bracket-to-frame bolts.
^ Tighten to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the splash shield.





3. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.