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Repair Procedures: Removal

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

    (Refer to "BATTERY ")

  3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to "AIR CLEANER ")

  4. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
  5. Remove the ECM & bracket (B) after loosening the mounting bolt and nuts,

    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: Locating ECM Or Bracket And ECM Connector
    G12170368Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the ECM after loosening the mounting nuts and screws from the ECM & bracket.