Removal And Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 RAM ProMaster City. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When replacing a Transmission Control Module (TCM), the TCM must be programmed. Failure to properly program the TCM may result in the illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and setting DTC(s).
NOTE:
If this Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is being replaced with a new unit, a diagnostics scan tool MUST be used to align the PROXI configuration data into the new ECU. Follow the routine outlined in the diagnostic scan tool for PROXI Configuration Alignment under Body Control Module (BCM) Miscellaneous Functions menu.
NOTE:
The Valve Body Solenoid Learn procedure must be performed when the TCM and/or valve body is replaced. Failure to perform the Valve Body Solenoid Learn procedure will result in reduced shift quality.
- Place the TCM (2) in position on the vehicle.
- Install the nuts (3) to hold the TCM to the mounting bracket.
- Install the ground wire (4) and tighten all the TCM nuts to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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- Connect the wire harness connector (1) into the TCM.
- Engage the lock (2) to hold the wire harness connector (1) to the TCM.
- Install the clean air hose. Refer to HOSE, CLEAN AIR, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector to the negative battery cable.
- Perform TCM programming and verification. Refer to MODULE, TRANSMISSION CONTROL (TCM), MODULE PROGRAMMING .
- Road test the vehicle to verify the repair.