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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair




Powertrain Control Module (PCM)









Removal

All vehicles

1. NOTE: PCM installation DOES NOT require new keys or programming of keys, only a Parameter Reset of the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS).

Retrieve the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration retrieval steps of the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure. Programming and Relearning

Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV)

2. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe and the intake air resonator.

Non-PZEV

3. Remove the ACL outlet pipe and the ACL assembly.

All vehicles

4. Disconnect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.

5. Remove the 2 bolts and the PCM.

Installation

All vehicles

1. Install the PCM and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

2. Connect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.

PZEV

3. Install the ACL outlet pipe and the intake air resonator.

Non-PZEV

4. Install the ACL outlet pipe and the air cleaner assembly.

All vehicles

5. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure. Programming and Relearning

6. Reprogram the PATS. Carry out the Parameter Reset procedure. Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)