Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Automatic Transaxle: TCM: Installation
- INSTALL TCM
- Install the TCM to the ECM box.
- Install the 2 nuts.
Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf)
NOTE:- Make sure that the stud bolts are securely installed into the front and rear bolt holes.
- Insert the stud bolt on the vehicle rear side to the TCM first.
- Connect the 2 connectors.
- CONNECT WIRE HARNESS (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL ENGINE ROOM ECU COVER (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL (See INSTALLATION )
- CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
- CHECK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM PRECAUTION
- After replacing the TCM, certain procedures are necessary (see REGISTRATION ).
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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.
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