Transmission Control Module (TCM): Installation

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Carefully inspect the TCM and the transaxle bore for debris or damage. Clean and/or repair as needed.
If the TCM is being reused, install new O-rings.
NOTE: Use a small amount of transmission fluid on the O-rings prior to installation.
NOTE: Do not force the TCM onto the transaxle or damage may occur.

NOTE: Make sure the TCM sits flush on the transaxle or damage can occur.

Install the TCM on the transaxle. Apply light pressure to seat the O-rings. If the TCM does not push in place with light pressure, remove the TCM and slightly turn the gears on the TCM and retry installing the TCM on the transaxle.
Install the 4 TCM bolts.
- Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating TCM Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the 2 TCM electrical connectors.

Fig 2: Locating TCM Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the wiring harness clips on the TCM housing.

Fig 3: Locating Wiring Harness Clips
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the wiring harness on the transaxle housing.

Fig 4: Locating Wiring Harness On Transaxle Housing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the battery tray bracket, battery tray bracket nuts and selector lever cable bracket bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 5: Locating Selector Lever Cable Bracket Bolt And Battery Tray Bracket Nuts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the wiring harness onto the battery tray bracket.

Fig 6: Locating Wiring Harness To Battery Tray Bracket
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the ACL assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
Install the battery tray and battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
If a new TCM is installed, it will need to be reprogrammed to the latest calibration level available. For additional Information, refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) ADAPTIVE LEARNING .