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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair




Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Removal and Installation

1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

2. Retrieve the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration retrieval steps of the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure. For additional information, refer to Information Bus.

3. Remove the 6 pushpin retainers and the upper air deflector.





4. Remove the 4 power steering reservoir bracket bolts.





5. Remove the power steering fluid indicator and 3 bolts. Remove the power steering reservoir bracket. Install the power steering indicator and position aside.





6. Disconnect the coolant hoses from the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe.





7. NOTE: ACL side shown, engine side similar.
Loosen the clamps and remove the ACL outlet pipe.





8. Unlatch and disconnect the PCM electrical connectors.





9. Remove the bolt and PCM.





Installation

1. Install the PCM and the bolt.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).





2. NOTICE: Fully seat the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) electrical connectors prior to latching them or damage to the connector pins may occur.

Connect the PCM electrical connectors and latch.





3. NOTE: ACL side shown, engine side similar.

Position the ACL outlet pipe and tighten the clamps.





4. Connect the coolant hoses to the ACL outlet pipe.





5. Position the power steering reservoir bracket and install the power steering indicator. Install the 3 bolts.





6. Install the 4 power steering reservoir bracket bolts.





7. Position the upper air deflector and install the 6 pushpin retainers.





8. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure. For additional information, refer to Information Bus.

9. NOTE: If the Instrument Cluster (IC) or the PCM (or both) is being replaced, the parameters must be reset in both modules or the vehicle will experience a Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) no start. This will occur even if the vehicle is not equipped with PATS.

Carry out the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset. For additional information, refer to Antitheft and Alarm Systems. Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)