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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the engine side cover (A).
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  3. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
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  4. Remove the ECM bracket assembly after loosening the mounting bolt (A) and nuts (B).

    ECM mounting bolt/nut: 

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

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  5. Remove the ECM(B) after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

    ECM bracket mounting bolt/nut: 

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

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