Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Command the Discharge Start/Stop Capacitor parameter with the scan tool and discharge the multifunction energy storage capacitor. Wait 3 minutes for the capacitor to discharge.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side (Sedan with AM9)Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side (Sedan except AM9)Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side (Coupe) -Remove
- { If equipped } Active Safety Control Module Bracket Bolt - Remove
- { If equipped }Active Safety Control Module Bracket - Reposition away
- Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module Bracket Bolt 1 - Remove
- Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module Bracket 2 - Remove
- Check the voltage at K176 Stop/Start Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module terminal X3-A to Ground, verify it is less than 1 volt.
- If greater than 1 Volt, disconnect X3-A at C10 Stop/Start Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module and apply electrical tape on the terminal to prevent discharge.
- Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable Nut 1 - Remove
- Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable 2 - Remove
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module - Remove
- Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module Nut - Remove
- Multifunction Energy Storage Capacitor Control Module Bracket - Remove