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Engine Control System (Service Information): ECM: Installation: Installation

  1. INSTALL ECM 
    1. Install the ECM to the ECM box.
      Fig 1: Installing ECM To ECM Box
      GTY145302Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:
      • Install the ECM on the ECM box with the name plate facing the inside of the vehicle.
      • Make sure that there is no foreign matter on the gasket surface of the ECM box.
      • Insert the stud bolt on the vehicle rear side to the ECM first.
      • Make sure that stud bolts are securely installed into the front and rear bolt holes.
    2. Install the 2 nuts.
      Fig 2: Identifying ECM Nuts
      GTY145339Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      Be sure to first tighten the nut on the vehicle rear.

    3. Connect the ECM connectors.
      1. Connect the 6 ECM connectors.
        NOTE:

        Be sure to securely connect the connector.

      2. Connect the connector holder to the ECM box.
  2. INSTALL ECM COVER 
    1. Install the ECM cover with the 3 bolts.
      Fig 3: Identifying ECM Cover Bolts
      GTY133431Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      Make sure that the wire harness does not get caught between the parts.

  3. INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 116
  4. INSTALL COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 118
  5. REMOVE REGISTRATION 
    NOTE:

    The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into the replacement ECM. Refer to REGISTRATION