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Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the instrument panel lower cover. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER COVER EI-63, REMOVAL, Instrument Panel Lower Cover.
  3. Remove the bulkhead harness connector from TCM.
  4. Remove the TCM.
    NOTE: Replace TCM and bracket as a set.
    Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Control Module (TCM) And Bracket (View 1 Of 2)
    G06654470Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.