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Removal [12/2017 - 09/2018]: Procedure

  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE:

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

    Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2017 - 09/2018]

  2. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2017 - 10/2020]

  3. REMOVE ECM 
    1. Push in the locks on the 3 levers, raise the 3 levers, and disconnect the 3 ECM connectors.
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      Push
      Raise
      NOTE:

      After disconnecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not contact the connecting part of the connectors.

    2. Remove the bolt and nut.
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    3. Remove the ECM.
      NOTE:

      If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

  4. REMOVE NO. 1 ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and No. 1 ECM bracket from the ECM.
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  5. REMOVE NO. 2 ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and No. 2 ECM bracket from the ECM.
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