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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
    Fig 1: ECM Connector (VIN 6)
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  3. Remove the battery.

    (Refer to "BATTERY ")

  4. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to "AIR CLEANER ")

  5. Remove the mounting bolt (A) and nuts (B), and then remove the ECM (C).
    Fig 2: ECM Component Location, Mounting Bolt And Nuts (VIN 6)
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  6. After removing the installation nuts (A) and screws (B), remove the ECM (C) from the bracket.
    Fig 3: ECM, Nuts And Screws (VIN 6)
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