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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair

POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)












Removal

1. NOTE: Any PCM replacement will require that ALL customer keys are available to be programmed at the time of installation. PCM replacement DOES NOT require new keys.

Retrieve the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration retrieval steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure.

2. Park the windshield wiper arms in the highest position on the windshield.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable.







4. Remove the 3 retaining clips (2 shown) and the RH cowl panel grille.







5. Remove the clip on the RH cowl extension panel.







6. Remove the 32 screws and the RH cowl extension panel.
7. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve return tube at the intake manifold and position aside.
8. Loosen the bolt disconnect the PCM electrical connector.
- Remove the gasket.

9. Remove the 2 bolts and the PCM.

Installation
1. Install the PCM and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
- Install the gasket.

2. Connect the PCM electrical connector and tighten the bolt.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).







3. Connect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve return tube at the intake manifold.
4. Position the RH cowl extension panel and install the 3 screws.







5. Install the clip on the RH cowl extension panel.







6. Position the RH cowl panel grille and install the 3 retaining clips (2 shown).
7. Connect the battery ground cable.
8. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure.
9. Reprogram the passive anti-theft system (PATS). Carry out the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure.