Section 249 (Engine Control System (2TR-FE)): ECM: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Perform REGISTRATION (VIN registration) when replacing the ECM (see REGISTRATION ).
Perform the Throttle body initialization when replacing the ECM (See INSTALLATION ).

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY LOWER RH (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE ECM
1. Disconnect the 4 connectors.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and nut, then remove the ECM.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Bolts, Nut And ECM
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REMOVE ECM BRACKET
1. Remove the 3 screws, then remove the ECM bracket.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Screws And ECM Bracket
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
REMOVE ECM BRACKET NO.2
1. Remove the 2 screws, then remove the ECM bracket No. 2.