Module-Powertrain Control: Removal

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.

To avoid possible voltage spike damage to PCM, ignition key must be off, and negative battery cable must be disconnected before unplugging PCM connectors.

Fig 1: PCM Location In Vehicle

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Disconnect negative battery cable.

Fig 2: PCM Location
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Remove PCM bracket-to-body mounting bolt.
Remove assembly from vehicle.
Unlock and disconnect the electrical connectors from PCM.

Fig 3: PCM Bracket
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Remove bracket from PCM.

Fig 4: Rubber Bumper
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Remove the rubber bumper from PCM.