Engine Control Module (ECM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Remove the glove box lower cover. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Glove Box. >
Remove the lower inner trim of passenger's side. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Lower Inner Trim. >
Turn over the floor mat of passenger's seat.
Remove the protect cover.

Fig 2: Locating Passengers Seat Floor Mat Mounting Bolts
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Remove the nuts and bolts which hold the ECM to the bracket.

Fig 3: Locating ECM Bracket Nuts And Bolts
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Disconnect the ECM connectors, and take out the ECM.