Engine Control Module (ECM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Ground Cable
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Remove the glove box lower cover. < Refer to REMOVAL , Glove Box. >
Remove the lower inner trim of passenger's side. < Refer to REMOVAL , Lower Inner Trim. >
Turn over the floor mat of passenger's seat.
Remove the protect cover.

Fig 2: Locating Protect Cover Mounting Screws
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Remove the nuts and bolts which hold the ECM to the bracket.

Fig 3: Locating ECM Bracket Mounting Bolt And Nut
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Disconnect the ECM connectors, and take out the ECM.