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Powertrain Control Module (PCM): Installation

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All vehicles 

  1. Install the PCM and bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  2. Connect the PCM electrical connectors.
  3. Position the wiring harness and the A/C tube bracket(s) and install the nut(s). Connect the RH front wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
  4. Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L (3V) engine 

  5. Install the air cleaner. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
  6. All vehicles 

  7. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure. For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION article.
  8. Reprogram the passive anti-theft system (PATS). Carry out the Parameter Reset procedure. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) article.