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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1452 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - AISIN AW21)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRTRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)REMOVAL

2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD

Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION 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.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
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) .
Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the selector lever cable end.

Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Cable End
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Disconnect the Transmission Control Module (TCM) electrical connector.

Fig 2: Identifying TCM Electrical Connector
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Remove the manual control lever nut.

Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
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Remove the manual control lever.

Fig 4: Locating Manual Control Lever
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Remove the bolts and remove the TCM .

Fig 5: Locating TCM & Bolts
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.