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Multiple Junction Connector: Service and Repair



Connection Point, E-Box In Plenum Chamber, Removing And Installing

Removing

NOTE: All cable ties opened or cut during engine removal must be reinstalled at the same locations during installation.

- Remove driver's storage compartment:
- Unbolt the electrical cable at bottom of connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber.
- Remove rubber seal for plenum chamber cover.







- Remove plenum chamber cover -1- toward front -arrows-.







- Use a screwdriver to pry off the two caps -3-.
- Loosen hex nuts -4- by several turns.
- Loosen wiper arm -2- from wiper axle by lightly tilting.
- Remove hex nuts completely and remove wiper arms.
- Disconnect securing clips -1- and remove cowl panel grill -5-.







- Remove cover for E-box, plenum chamber -arrows-.







- Using a screwdriver, pry off retaining bar -arrow-.
- Set aside Engine Control Module (ECM) with cables connected.
- Unclip Transmission Control Module (TCM) retaining bracket.
- Set aside Transmission Control Module (TCM) with cables still connected.
- If present, cut through cable ties.
- Disconnect connectors at rear of connector rail.







- Unscrew wire connection -2-.
- Remove bolts -1- and -3-.
- Unclip the corresponding connector base.







NOTE: Check the exact assignment for connection point E-Box plenum chamber in the current wiring diagram.

Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, paying attention to the following:

NOTE: All cable ties opened or cut during engine removal must be reinstalled at the same locations during installation.

Tightening torques

Connection point, E-Box plenum chamber to center tube for instrument panel : 3 Nm
Screw connections for electrical cables : 9 Nm