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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Disconnect the TCM connectors (A).
  3. Disconnect the ECM connectors (B).
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  4. Remove the ECM & TCM bracket (B) after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

    ECM & TCM bracket mounting 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) from the ECM & TCM bracket.
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