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Repair procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Remove the resonator and the air intake hose (Refer to "Intake And Exhaust System" in EM group).
  3. Disconnect the ETC module connector (A).
  4. Disconnect the coolant hoses (B).
  5. Remove the installation bolts (C), and then remove the ETC module from the engine.
    Fig 1: ETC Control Module Connector Component Location
    G08312836Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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