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Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.5L .
  4. Disconnect the selector lever cable end.
    Fig 1: Location of Selector Lever Cable End
    G08022788Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the Transmission Control Module (TCM) electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Location of TCM Electrical Connector
    G06264026Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the manual control lever nut.
    Fig 3: Location of Manual Control Lever Nut
    G06264027Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the manual control lever.
    Fig 4: Location of Manual Control Lever
    G06264028Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the bolts and remove the TCM.
    Fig 5: Location of TCM Mounting Bolts
    G06264029Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.