Where is the transmission control module?

2006 BMW 330
100,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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SWEETNESS87
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Trying to change out the transmission control module and having a hard time actually finding where it goes.
Nov 7, 2022 at 10:40 PM
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BORIS K
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Hello,

The TCM is located in the engine compartment in the windscreen scuttle next to the brake booster/servo. See image below

A good video:
https://youtu.be/kfpUKeHH6ak

Please note that the replacement TCM needs to be programmed to the vehicle using specialist diagnostic equipment.

Cheers, Boris

Nov 8, 2022 at 3:55 AM
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