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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: The replacement TCM MUST be programmed. Refer to Service Programming System (SPS) in Programming.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the right front wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Filler Replacement in Body Front End.
  3. Remove the engine control module (ECM) bracket.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the transmission control module (TCM).
  5. Remove the fasteners securing the transmission control Module (TCM) to the engine control module (ECM) bracket.
  6. Remove the transmission control module (TCM).