2007 Lexus ES 350FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transaxle: TCM: Removal

NOTE: When the TCM is replaced, the existing transaxle compensation codes must be input into the new TCM (See REGISTRATION  ).
  1. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
  2. REMOVE BATTERY  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  4. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET  (See REMOVAL )
  5. REMOVE INTAKE AIR RESONATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  6. REMOVE TCM 
    1. Turn the lock lever and disconnect the connector from the TCM.
      Fig 1: Locating TCM Connector
      G04976795Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 bolts and TCM from the transaxle.
      Fig 2: Locating TCM Bolts
      G04976735Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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