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2GR-FE ENGINE CONTROL: ECM: REMOVAL

NOTICE:
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into a replacement ECM Programming and Relearning.

1. PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD)

NOTICE:
After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

2. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the windshield wiper motor and link assembly Removal.

3. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CAP (w/ Air Suspension) Removal

4. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

5. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal

6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system Service Precautions.

NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Repair Instruction - Initialization.

7. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR CLEANER INLET Removal

8. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET Removal

9. REMOVE BATTERY Removal

10. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY Removal

11. REMOVE ECM

(a) Separate the wire harness clamp.





(b) Separate the wire harness clamp.





(c) Disconnect the 2 ECM connectors and remove the ECM with brackets.

(1) Push in the locks on the 2 levers, raise the levers, and disconnect the 2 ECM connectors.

NOTICE:
After disconnecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not contact the connecting part of the connectors.

(2) Remove the 3 bolts and the ECM with bracket.





(d) Remove the 5 screws and 2 ECM brackets.





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