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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair



Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement (with LC3 - 8 Cyl, 4.4L, SC, DOHC)

Removal Procedure

1. Thoroughly clean the electronic brake control module (EBCM) to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) area of any dirt or contaminants.
2. Remove the BPMV. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement (with LC3) (Service and Repair)Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement (with LH2) (Service and Repair) .




3. Remove the 4 EBCM-to-BPMV retaining bolts.
4. Separate the EBCM (1) from the BPMV (2) by carefully pulling apart.



Installation Procedure





1. Clean the sealing surface of the BPMV with denatured alcohol, or equivalent, and a clean shop cloth.
2. Ensure the motor connector (3) is in place on the EBCM (1).
3. Install the EBCM to the BPMV. Use care when aligning the EBCM (1) to the BPMV electrical terminals (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

4. Install the 4 EBCM-to-BPMV retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts in an X pattern.

Tighten the bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

5. Install the BPMV. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement (with LC3) (Service and Repair)Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement (with LH2) (Service and Repair) .
6. If installing a replacement EBCM, program the EBCM. Refer to Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) .
7. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) .