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Do you have to program the TCM in your 1998 Chrysler Sebring if change transmission solenoid?

No, you generally don't have to program the Transmission Control Module (TCM) in a 1998 Chrysler Sebring just by replacing a transmission solenoid. Solenoids are relatively simple electromechanical components. Replacing one usually doesn't require any software reprogramming of the TCM.

However, if you have any transmission-related trouble codes after the replacement, or if the transmission is still malfunctioning, then you might need to have the TCM scanned and potentially reset or re-learned. A simple code scan at an auto parts store can tell you if there are any issues that require further attention. Sometimes, simply disconnecting the battery for a while (to reset the system) can solve minor issues.

In short: Replacing the solenoid itself doesn't require programming, but subsequent diagnostic steps might be necessary depending on the outcome.