Engine Control Module: Service and Repair

Engine Control Module (ECM)

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.






2. Remove the glove box lower cover.
3. Remove the lower inner trim of passenger's side.
4. Turn over the floor mat of passenger's seat.
5. Remove the protect cover.






6. Remove the nuts and bolts which hold the ECM to the bracket.






7. Disconnect the ECM connectors, and take out the ECM.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- When the ECM of model with immobilizer has been replaced, be sure to perform the registration of immobilizer system. (Refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".)
- If replacing ECM or the bracket, replace both parts with new parts at a time.
- After installing the bracket to ECM, do not separate the bracket.
- If the bracket has been installed to ECM in the wrong direction, replace both parts to new parts.

NOTE: When replacing the ECM, be careful not to use the wrong spec. ECM to avoid any damage on the fuel injection system.

Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 5.5 ft.lb)