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Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  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 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (2.5L), REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.0L) and/or REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.5L) .
  3. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  4. Disconnect the selector lever cable end.
    Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Cable End
    G06269831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the Transmission Control Module (TCM) electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Identifying TCM Electrical Connector
    G06264026Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the manual control lever nut.
    Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
    G06264027Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the manual control lever.
    Fig 4: Locating Manual Control Lever
    G06264028Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the bolts and remove the TCM  .
    Fig 5: Locating TCM & Bolts
    G06264029Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.