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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair

ECM:





REMOVAL

1. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
2. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH




3. REMOVE ECM COVER
a. Remove the 3 bolts and ECM cover.

NOTE:
- Remove all water on and around the ECM cover.
- Perform the inspection indoors to avoid rain.
- Be sure to prevent water intrusion to the ECM (connectors and screw parts).

4. REMOVE ECM




a. Disconnect the ECM connectors.
1. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the connector holder.
2. Disconnect the 6 ECM connectors.




b. Remove the 2 nuts and ECM.

INSTALLATION




1. INSTALL ECM
a. Install the ECM to the ECM box.

NOTE:
- Install the ECM on the ECM box with the name plate facing the inside of the vehicle.
- Make sure that there is no foreign matter on the gasket surface of the ECM box.
- Insert the stud bolt on the vehicle rear side to the ECM first.
- Make sure that stud bolts are securely installed into the front and rear bolt holes.




b. Install the 2 nuts.

Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kgf.cm, 49 in.lbf)

NOTE: Be sure to first tighten the nut on the vehicle rear.

c. Connect the ECM connectors.
1. Connect the 6 ECM connectors.

NOTE: Be sure to securely connect the connector.

2. Connect the connector holder to the ECM box.




2. INSTALL ECM COVER
a. Install the ECM cover with the 3 bolts.

Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kgf.cm, 49 in.lbf)

NOTE: Make sure that the wire harness does not get caught between the parts.

3. INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH
4. INSTALL COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL