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Repair procedures: Installation

NOTE: When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with the smart key must be performed the procedure as below.
[In the case of installing used ECM]
  1. Perform "Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to "NEUTRALIZATION STATUS CHECK " in BE group)
  2. Turn the ignition ON and OFF position after completing "ECM neutral mode".

Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.
[In the case of installing new ECM]
  • Turn the ignition ON and OFF position after completing "ECM neutral mode".

Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.
NOTE: This ECM is a PCM type that includes a Transaxle Control Module (TCM). Therefore TCM must be performed TCM learning procedure after replacing or re-installing a TCM. (Refer to TCM LEARNING "Automatic transaxle Control System")
  1. Installation is reverse of removal.

    ECM installation bolt: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    ECM bracket installation bolt/nut: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)