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Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair





REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the 14-way connector from the ignition control module.
3. Disconnect the spark plug wires from the coil assemblies (Noting the position that they were removed).
4. Remove 6 screws (1) securing the coil assemblies to the ignition control module.
5. Remove the coils (2) from the ignition control module (3).
6. Remove the nuts and washers securing the ignition control module assembly to the mounting bracket.
7. Remove the ignition control module from the module bracket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Attach the coils and the ignition control module to the module bracket. Refer to Ignition Coil(s) Replacement.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install 6 ignition coil attaching screws

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 4-5 N.m (40 lb in).

3. Install the nuts and washers securing the ignition control module assembly to the mounting bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 8 N.m (70 lb in).

4. Connect the spark plug wires.
5. Connect the 14-way connector to module.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
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