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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying DC Power Control Module Ground Strap And Bolt
    GM2008829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the drive motor generator control module from the vehicle. Refer to Drive Motor Generator Control Module Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the APM ground strap bolt (1) and ground strap (2).
  3. Fig 2: Identifying Temporary Coolant Pipe Caps
    GM1971290Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the temporary coolant pipe caps (1).
  5. CAUTION: The module must be drained of all residual coolant prior to disassembly. Failure to properly drain all residual coolant may cause electronic circuit damage to occur during disassembly.
    IMPORTANT: Place a container under the coolant outlet pipe to capture the escaping coolant.
  6. Drain the drive motor generator control module assembly of residual coolant by applying 30 psi regulated compressed air to the coolant inlet pipe until no coolant remains.
  7. Fig 3: Identifying PIM Cover Seal
    GM1971291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the drive motor generator power inverter control module (PIM) electronics cover fasteners (1).
  9. Remove the PIM electronics cover (2). Discard the cover seal (3).
  10. Fig 4: Identifying HV DC APM Terminal Fasteners
    GM1971292Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Always remove and install the High Voltage terminal fasteners with a magnet tipped socket. Never touch the exposed electronic circuit board surface or components. Dropped fasteners or physical contact may result in electronic circuit board damage.
  11. Remove the HV dc accessory DC power control module (APM) terminal fasteners (1) utilizing a magnetic socket.
  12. Fig 5: Identifying PIM Cover & Retaining Bolts
    GM1971293Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Temporarily install the PIM electronics cover (2) with 4 finger-tightened fasteners (1).
  14. Fig 6: View Of APM, Coolant Seal & Fasteners
    GM1971296Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Rotate the drive motor generator control module assembly onto the PIM electronics cover.
  16. Remove the APM to PIM mounting fasteners (1).
  17. Remove the APM (2) and discard the coolant seal (3).