Module-Powertrain Control: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

USE THE SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.

Fig 1: Rubber Bumper Installed

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Install rubber bumper to PCM back.
Check pins in electrical connectors for damage. Repair as necessary.
Install electrical connectors to PCM.

Fig 2: PCM Bracket
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Install mounting bracket to PCM.

Fig 3: PCM Location
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Install assembly to body. Install bolt and tighten 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.) torque.
Connect negative cable to battery.
Use the scan tool to reprogram new PCM with vehicles original Identification Number (VIN) and original vehicle mileage.