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Generic Electronic Module (GEM)

REMOVAL







1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

2. Remove the steering column opening cover.







3. Remove the (A) bulkhead electrical connectors from the (B) instrument panel fuse junction panel.







4. Remove the (A) instrument panel fuse junction panel bolts and remove the (B) interior fuse junction panel nuts.







5. Disconnect the (A) GEM electrical connectors from the (B) GEM.







6. Remove the screws and the GEM.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.

















1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Check for proper operation.
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