Transmission Control Module (TCM): Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
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  1. Verify that the manual lever position markings are aligned. Markings should indicate that the manual lever is in the OVERDRIVE position.
    Fig 1: Identifying Manual Lever Position Markings
    G03991732Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the TCM.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 2: Installing TCM
      G03991731Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the manual control lever.
    Fig 3: Installing Manual Control Lever
    G03991734Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the manual control lever nut.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
      Fig 4: Installing Manual Control Lever Nut
      G03991729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the TCM electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Connecting TCM Electrical Connector
    G03991728Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. CAUTION: Be careful not to bend the manual control lever when installing the shift cable.
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