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Repair Procedure: Removal

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the battery.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to "AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY ")

  4. Disconnect the ECM connector (A).
  5. Remove the ECM bracket mounting bolt (B) and nuts (C).

    ECM Bracket Mounting Bolt/Nut: 

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

    Fig 1: ECM Connector And ECM Bracket Assembly
    G11872090Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the ECM after loosening the screws (A) from ECM bracket.

    ECM Mounting Bolt: 

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

    Fig 2: ECM Mounting Nuts Location
    G11872091Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.