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2007 Saturn Outlook V6-3.6L
Control Module: Service and Repair
2007 Saturn Outlook V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the control valve body cover.
2. Disconnect the input speed sensor electrical connector (1).
3. Disconnect the output speed sensor electrical connector (2).
4. Disconnect the shift position switch electrical connector (3).
5. Remove the 4 control valve body bolts (1) M6 x 80.
6. Position the 8 control solenoid valve spring (8) to the side. Spring will be released with the removal of the lower control valve body.
7. Remove the 2 control valve body bolts (4) M6 x 65.
8. Remove the control valve body bolt (3) M6 x 42.
9. Remove the 3 control valve body bolts (2) M6 x 95.
10. Remove the control valve body bolt (7) M6 x 55.
11. Remove the upper control solenoid valve body and TCM assembly (5).
Notice: Use care when removing or installing the filter plate assembly. A broken or missing retaining tab may not adequately secure the filter plate to the control solenoid valve assembly, resulting in possible damage or contamination.
12. Remove the control solenoid valve body assembly filter plate (6).
Installation Procedure
Notice: Use care when removing or installing the filter plate assembly. A broken or missing retaining tab may not adequately secure the filter plate to the control solenoid valve assembly, resulting in possible damage or contamination.
1. Install the control solenoid valve assembly filter plate (1).
2. Install the control solenoid valve body and TCM assembly (5).
3. Rotate the control solenoid valve spring (7) into position.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
Important: Install all bolts before tightening, then tighten in specified sequence.
4. Install the control valve body bolts (1) M6 x 80.
5. Install the control valve body bolt (6) M6 x 55.
6. Install the 3 control valve body bolts (2) M6 x 95.
7. Install the control valve body bolt (3) M6 x 42.
8. Install the 2 control valve body bolts (4) M6 x 65.
Tighten the bolts in sequence to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
9. Connect the input speed sensor electrical connector (1).
10. Connect the output speed sensor electrical connector (2).
11. Connect the shift position switch electrical connector (3).
12. Install the control valve body cover.
13. For transmission control module programming and setup.Programming and RelearningProgramming and Relearning
Important: After an internal transmission repair or internal part replacement the service fast learn adapt procedure should be performed.
14. Perform the service fast learn adapt procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.