Repair Procedures: Removal

Perform the oil pressure characteristics backup procedure using the KDS/GDS when replacing with a new TCM.

Fig 1: Screen Display - Oil Pressure Characteristics Backup Procedure
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Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Remove the under cover (A).

Fig 2: Locating Under Cover
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Loosen the TCM mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque :

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Locating TCM Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the TCM connector (A).

Fig 4: Locating TCM Connector
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