Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the battery.
(Refer to "Engine Electrical System" - BATTERY ")
Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery tray.
(Refer to "Engine Electrical System" - BATTERY ")
Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
Remove ECM bracket assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts and nut.
ECM bracket mounting bolt/nut:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 1: Locating ECM Connector And ECM Bracket Assembly
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Remove the ECM after loosening the mounting nuts (A).
ECM mounting nut:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Locating ECM Mounting Nuts
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.