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Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

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CAUTION:
  • When replacing the TCM, be sure to perform [Start count reading ECU to SSM] before operation and perform [Start count writing SSM to ECU] after operation. Ref. to AUTO START STOP (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>NOTE .
  • When [Start count reading ECU to SSM] cannot be performed due to TCM malfunction, be sure to replace the starter and fuel pump relay at the same time.

Starter: 

Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DOTC)>STARTER .

Fuel pump relay: 

Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DOTC)>FUEL PUMP RELAY .

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Move the lock lever (B) in the arrow direction while pressing the lock button (A), and disconnect the connector.
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  3. Remove the TCM.
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