Repair Procedures: Removal

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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
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Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Disconnect the TCM connector (A).

Fig 2: Disconnecting TCM Connector
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Remove the TCM (A).
Tightening Torque:

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

Fig 3: Removing TCM
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