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Transmission Control Module (TCM): Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Verify that the manual lever position markings are aligned. Markings should indicate that the manual lever is in the OVERDRIVE position.
    Fig 1: Identifying Manual Lever Position Markings
    G06264030Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the TCM  .
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Locating TCM & Bolts
    G06264029Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the manual control lever.
    Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Lever
    G06264028Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the manual control lever nut.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 4: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
    G06264027Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the TCM  electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Identifying TCM Electrical Connector
    G06264026Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the selector lever cable end.
    NOTE: Support the underside of the manual control lever when installing the selector lever cable or damage to the manual control lever or shaft may occur.
    Fig 6: Locating Selector Lever Cable End
    G06269831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the ACL  assembly. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  8. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (2.5L), REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.0L) and REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.5L) .
  9. Carry out the TCM  initial learning procedure. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) INITIAL LEARNING .
  10. Check for correct vehicle operation.
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