Main Body ECM: Installation

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

1. As shown in the diagram, contact the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) to the instrument panel junction block ASSY housing side wall.

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   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 ASSY 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 ASSY housing side wall, slide it in the direction of the junction block fuse and insert it into the 2 guides.

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3. As shown in the diagram, rotate the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) while it is kept in contact with the junction block A face (center of rotation).
   CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when pressing the side of the main body ECM (Network gateway computer) into the instrument panel junction block ASSY.
4. Press the push-area until the tab clicks into the lock to install the main body ECM (Network gateway computer).

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   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.

1. As shown in the diagram, engage the tabs and connect the connector.
   CAUTION: Ensure that the connector is securely attached.

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2. As shown in the diagram, engage the tabs and close the 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 ASSY 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 ASSY.
6. Connect the two connectors to the power steering computer ASSY.

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