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Engine Control Module without Anti-Theft Protection






Engine Control Module without Anti-Theft Protection

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051 B)

If the ECM is to be replaced, connect the and perform the "Guided Function, Replacing Engine Control Module".

Removing

Conditions

Ignition switched off.

Procedure

- Remove wiper arms and plenum chamber cover.

- Remove plenum chamber bulkhead.

- Remove securing bolts - 1 - and remove cover plate - 2 -.





- Disengage front harness connector - 1 - from the engine control module and disconnect it.





- Pry up locking mechanism - 2 - slightly.

- Push the ECM in the direction of - arrow - and out of the retaining plate.

- Release rear connector from the ECM and remove it.

Installing

- Connect rear connector to the ECM and lock it into place.

- Slide the ECM on to the retaining plate.

- Press catch - 2 - against the ECM.





- Now connect and secure the front connector - 1 - to the ECM.

- Install the plenum chamber bulkhead.

- Install the wiper arms and the plenum chamber cover.

- If the ECM was replaced, connect the vehicle diagnostic tester and perform the "Guided Function, Replacing Engine Control Module".

- Read the ECM DTC memory and erase all DTC entries.

- Perform a test drive.

Observe safety precautions that apply to road tests. Refer to --> [ Safety Precautions ] Safety Precautions.

- Again, check the engine control module DTC memory.