Installation Procedure

NOTE: Do not touch the connector pins or soldered components on the circuit board in order to prevent possible electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the PCM.

NOTE: Turn the ignition OFF when installing or removing the PCM connectors and disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the PCM (battery cable, PCM pigtail, PCM fuse, jumper cables, etc.) in order to prevent internal PCM damage.

Fig 1: PCM, Electrical Connectors, And Brackets

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Install the 2 PCM brackets (3) to the PCM (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Secure the 2 brackets to the PCM with the four fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the PCM bracket fasteners to 3.2 N.m (28 lb in).
Connect the 4 PCM electrical connectors (1).
Swing the PCM (2) with bracket (3) up in position under the I/P.

Fig 2: PCM Bracket Fasteners

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Secure the PCM to the I/P with the 2 fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the two fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 3: IP compartment Opened

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Install the I/P compartment door into the I/P.
Push in on both sides of the I/P compartment in order to release the safety catches and close the door.

Fig 4: PCM Close Out Panel

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Swing the close out panel (1) up under the PCM and secure with the two retainers.
Connect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Program the vehicle identification number (VIN) to the replacement PCM. Refer to Control Module References .