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Removal [10/2015 - ]: Procedure

  1. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:

    After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work.

    Refer to PRECAUTION [10/2015 - ]

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE:

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

    Refer to INITIALIZATION [10/2015 - ]

  3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  4. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

  5. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM ECU COVER 
    NOTE:
    • Make sure there is no water on or around the engine room ECU cover.
    • Perform the inspection indoors to avoid rain.
    • Be sure to prevent water from contacting the ECM (connectors and screw parts).
    1. Remove the 3 bolts and engine room ECU cover.
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  6. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS 
    1. Disengage the lock, pull down the lever and disconnect the connector of the engine room main wire from the ECM.
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    2. Disengage the lock, pull up the lever and disconnectthe connector of the engine wire from the ECM.
  7. REMOVE ECM 
    1. Remove the 2 nuts and ECM.
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      NOTE:

      Replace with a new part if it is dropped or if it receives a strong impact.

  8. REMOVE ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and ECM bracket from the ECM.
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  9. REMOVE NO. 2 ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and No. 2 ECM bracket from the ECM.
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