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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 441 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - 4T45-E - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing TCM From Bracket
    GM1548267Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the TCM bracket (5) if previously removed.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the TCM bracket nuts (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the TCM electrical connector (1) to the TCM.
  4. Install the TCM (2) to the TCM bracket (5).
  5. Re-tape the extra length of wires in harness.
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Push-In Retainers From IP Insulator To Instrument Panel
    GM318202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the I/P lower left closeout panel.
  7. Install the I/P lower closeout panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

    IMPORTANT: It is recommended that transmission adaptive pressure (TAP) information be reset.

    Resetting the TAP values using a scan tool will erase all learned values in all cells. As a result, The ECM, PCM or TCM will need to relearn TAP values. Transmission performance may be affected as new TAP values are learned.

  8. Reset the TAP values. Refer to Transmission Adaptive Functions  .
  9. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.
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