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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair

Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) Replacement
Removal Procedure

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 air cleaner housing from the engine compartment.





3. Remove red locking tab from connector lock tab (1).
4. Push down lock tab (1) and then move sliding connector cover (2) to the open position.
5. Disconnect the EBCM harness connector.
6. Brush off any dirt/debris that has accumulated on the assembly.





7. Remove the master cylinder mount nuts (1).
8. Remove the master cylinder and place the master cylinder off to the side, do not disconnect the master cylinder brake pipes.





9. Remove the four EBCM to BPMV screws.

Important: Do not pry apart using a tool. Be careful not to damage BPMV surface. Care must be taken not to damage the solenoid valves when the EBCM is removed from the BPMV.

10. Separate the EBCM from the BPMV by gently pulling apart until separated.

Installation Procedure
1. Clean the BPMV surface with alcohol using a clean rag.
2. Install the EBCM to the BPMV.





3. Install the four screws that attaches the EBCM to BPMV.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the four screws to 5 Nm (44 inch lbs.).
4. Install the master cylinder to the brake booster.





5. Install the master cylinder mount nuts (1).
Tighten the two mount nuts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect the EBCM harness connector.





7. Push down lock tab (1) and then move sliding connector cover (2) back in the home position to lock.
8. Insert red locking tab back in place.
9. Install the air cleaner housing.
10. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, do not start engine.
11. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - ABS