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Automatic Transaxle: TCM: Installation

  1. INSTALL TCM 
    1. Install the TCM to the ECM box.
      NOTE:
      • Install the TCM in the ECM box with the name plate facing the inside of the vehicle.
        Fig 1: Identifying TCM In ECM Box
        G05751213Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the 2 nuts.

      Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:
      • Make sure that the stud bolts are securely installed into the front and rear bolt holes.
      • Insert the stud bolt on the vehicle rear side to the TCM first.
    3. Connect the 2 connectors.
  2. CONNECT WIRE HARNESS  (See INSTALLATION )
  3. INSTALL ENGINE ROOM ECU COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
    Fig 2: Locating TCM Nuts And Connector
    G05806525Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  (See INSTALLATION )
  5. INSTALL COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See INSTALLATION )
  6. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
  7. CHECK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM PRECAUTION 
    1. After replacing the TCM, certain procedures are necessary (see REGISTRATION  ).