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Main Body ECM: Installation

  1. Precautions

    Always carry out work support when replacing the main body ECM (Network gateway computer). (Refer to WORK SUPPORT  )

  2. Installation of the main body ECM (Network gateway computer)
    1. As shown in the diagram, contact the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) to the instrument panel junction block assembly housing side wall.
      Fig 1: Installing Main Body ECM (Network Gateway Computer)
      G10215949Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION:
      • Ensure that no foreign objects enter between mating parts.
      • Do not touch the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) connector.
      NOTE: The angle between the instrument panel junction block assembly and the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) should be 20° or more.
    2. As shown in the diagram, while keeping the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) flush against the instrument panel junction block assembly housing side wall, slide it in the direction of the junction block fuse and insert it into the 2 guides.
      Fig 2: Sliding Main Body ECM (Network Gateway Computer) In Direction Of Junction Block Fuse
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    3. As shown in the diagram, rotate the main body ECM (Network block A face (center of rotation).
      Fig 3: Rotating Main Body ECM (Network Block A Face)
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      CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when pressing the side of the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) into the instrument panel junction block assembly.
    4. Press the push-area until the tab clicks into the lock to install the main body ECM (Network gateway computer).
      Fig 4: Installing Main Body ECM (Network Gateway Computer) Into Instrument Panel Junction Block Assembly
      G10215952Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION:
      • Do not press any place other than the push-area of the main body ECM (Network gateway computer).
      • A locking sound should be heard when the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) is pressed in place.
      • Do not hit or place heavy weights onto the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) when pressing it in place.
      NOTE:
      • If you do not hear the locking sound, visually confirm that it is locked in place.
      • Confirm that the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) and junction block are at the same height.
  3. Installation of the instrument panel junction block assembly
    1. As shown in the diagram, engage the tabs and connect the connector.
      CAUTION: Ensure that the connector is securely attached.
      Fig 5: Installing Instrument Panel Junction Block Assembly Connector
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    2. As shown in the diagram, engage the tabs and close the connector lock.
      Fig 6: Closing Connector Lock
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    3. As shown in the diagram, engage the tabs and connect the connector.
    4. Install the instrument panel junction block assembly and fasten the bolt and nut.

      Standard value: T=7.5N.m {77kgf.cm} {5.5ft.lbf}

    5. Connect the six connectors on the front of the instrument panel junction block assembly.
    6. Connect the two connectors to the power steering computer assembly.
      Fig 7: Connecting Power Steering Computer Assembly Connectors
      G10215955Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the instrument panel under cover sub-assembly No. 1. (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  5. Installation of the instrument side panel LH (Refer to INSTALLATION )
  6. Connection of the battery ground terminal

    Standard value: T=6.0N.m {61kgf.cm} {4.4 ft.lbf}

  7. Settings when connecting/disconnecting battery terminals (Refer to SETTING PROCEDURES AT PARTS REPLACEMENT AND REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )