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Removal & Installation

Disconnect negative battery cable. On all models, disconnect all ECM harness connectors. Locate ECM in vehicle. See ENGINE CONTROL MODULE LOCATION  table. Remove bolts/nuts holding ECM brackets and remove ECM from vehicle. To install, reverse removal procedure.

ENGINE CONTROL MODULE LOCATION

Application Location
Optima & Magentis (Canadian) Forward Of Center Console, Under Dash
Rio Under Left Front Kick Trim Panel
Sedona Under Right Front Passenger Floorboard
Spectra Under Right Front Passenger Floorboard
Sportage Under Right Front Passenger Floorboard