Transmission Control (TC) Switch

The transmission control (TC) switch is a momentary contact switch that allows the driver to cancel operation of 5th Overdrive (Circle D) gear.

The TC switch is located on the end of the selector lever.

When the driver initially presses the TC switch, a signal is sent to the PCM.

The PCM uses the shift solenoids to disengage/disable 5th gear operation and activate the coast clutch.

At the same time, the PCM illuminates the transmission control indicator lamp (TCIL) to notify the driver that 5th gear is canceled.

When the TC switch is pressed again, 5th Overdrive (Circle D) gear operation is enabled, the coast clutch is released and the TCIL is turned OFF.

Whenever the ignition is cycled (vehicle shut OFF, then started again), the TC switch is turned OFF and 5th gear will be enabled, even if the TCS had been on when the ignition was shut off.