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Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Retrieving Percentage Of Remaining Engine Oil
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  1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
  3. Slide the lever lock to the up position in order to release the connector.
  4. Disconnect the body harness electrical connector from the engine control module (ECM).
    Fig 2: Sliding Lever Locks To Up Position
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  5. Slide the lever locks to the up position in order to release the connectors.
  6. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connectors from the ECM.
    Fig 3: Removing ECM
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  7. Release the retaining tab located in the battery box lower half using a small screwdriver or other suitable tool.
  8. Remove the ECM by lifting upward after releasing the tab.