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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil will need to be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) from the last engine oil change.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting The ECM Electrical Connectors
    GM1618724Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life, if required.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (RPO LS4) .
  3. Remove the left front inner fender brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal .
  4. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the ECM electrical connectors (2).
    6. Fig 2: Removing The ECM From The Air Cleaner Lower Housing
    GM1554547Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the ECM from the air cleaner lower housing.
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