2008 Lexus IS FFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transaxle: TCM: Removal

  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
  2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  4. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM ECU COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  5. REMOVE TCM 
    1. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the connector holder.
    2. Disconnect the 8 connectors.
      Fig 1: Locating Connectors
      G05751913Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Remove the 2 nuts and TCM.
      Fig 2: Locating Nuts And TCM
      G05751212Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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