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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair



Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.

Notice: To prevent equipment damage, never connect or disconnect the wiring harness connection from the EBCM with the ignition switch in the ON position.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield, 3.8L engine only.
3. Remove the front fender upper diagonal brace.
4. Remove the air cleaner intake duct.




5. Disengage the locking tab (1) from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) harness connector.
6. Disconnect the EBCM harness connector.
7. Remove any dirt/debris from the assembly.




8. Remove the 6 EBCM to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) retaining bolt/screws.

Important: Do not pry apart using a tool. Be careful not to damage BPMV surface.

Important: Care must be taken not to damage the solenoid valves when the EBCM is removed from the BPMV.

9. Separate the EBCM (1) from the BPMV (4) by gently pulling apart until separated.
10. Disconnect the pump motor connector (3) at the bottom of the EBCM.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the pump motor connector (3) to the bottom of the EBCM.
2. Install the EBCM (1) to the BPMV (4).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the 6 EBCM to BPMV retaining bolt/screws (2).

Tighten the retaining bolt/screws to 2.9 N.m (26 lb in).




4. Connect the EBCM harness connector.
5. Reengage the locking tab (1) to the EBCM harness connector.
6. Install the air cleaner intake duct.
7. Install the front fender upper diagonal brace.
8. Install the fuel injector sight shield, 3.8L engine only.
9. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, do not start engine.
10. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
11. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.