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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair

POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)







Removal

1. NOTE: Any PCM replacement will require that ALL customer keys are available to be reprogrammed at the time of installation. PCM replacement DOES NOT require new keys.

Retrieve the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration retrieval steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure.

2. Disconnect the PCM electrical connectors.
3. Remove the bolts and the PCM.
4. If necessary, remove the bolts and the PCM bracket.

Installation
1. If necessary, install the PCM bracket and the bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

2. Install the PCM and the bolts.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

3. Connect the PCM electrical connectors.
4. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure.
5. Reprogram the passive anti-theft system (PATS). Carry out the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure.