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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 7 (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE (CVT) (H6DO))TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)REMOVAL

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Transmission Control Module (TCM): Removal

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Removal

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Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Remove the air cleaner case. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Cleaner Case. >
Move the lock lever in the arrow direction while pressing the lock button, and disconnect the connector.

Fig 1: Moving Lock Lever
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Remove the TCM.

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Control Module
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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.