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Repair procedures: Removal

NOTE: When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with immobilizer must be performed the procedure as below. (In the case of installing used ECM]
  1. Perform "Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER LAMP " in BE group)
  2. Insert the key and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position.

Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.
[In the case of installing new ECM]
  • Insert the key and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position.

Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying ECM Connector
    G08327929Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the battery (Refer to "CHARGING SYSTEM " in EM group).
  4. Remove the mounting bolts (A) and nut (B), and then remove the ECM bracket assembly.
    Fig 2: ECM Bracket Assembly Mounting Bolts And Nut
    G08327930Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the ECM after removing the nuts (A) from the bracket.
    Fig 3: Identifying ECM Nuts
    G08327931Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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