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Engine Control Module: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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  2. Remove the lower inner trim of passenger side. Refer to REMOVAL , Lower Inner Trim.
  3. Detach the floor mat of front passenger seat.
  4. Remove the protect cover.
    Fig 2: Locating Bolts For Removing Lower Inner Trim Of Passenger Side
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  5. Remove the nuts (A) which hold ECM to the bracket.
  6. Remove the clip (B) from the bracket.
    Fig 3: Locating Nuts Clip for Removing
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  7. Disconnect the ECM connectors and take out the ECM.