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PCM Removal and Installation (2013-15): Removal

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  1. HDS - Connect
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    1. Press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, but do not start the engine.
    2. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
    3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM and other vehicle systems. If it doesn't, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting .
  2. READ DATA (Engine Oil Life) - Select
      1. Select the REPLACE PCM MENU, then select READ DATA, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE:
    • Doing this step copies (READS) the engine oil life data and the starter counter from the original PCM so you can later download (WRITES) them into the new PCM.
    • If the READ DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  3. READ DATA (ATF Life) - Select
      1. Select the A/T system with the HDS

    2. Select the REPLACE TCM/PCM MENU, then select READ DATA, and follow the screen prompts.

    NOTE:
    • Doing this step copies (READS) the ATF life data from the original PCM so you can later download (WRITES) it into the new PCM.
    • If READ DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  4. SCS - Short
      1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS

    2. Press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.

  5. PCM Cover - Remove
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    1. Remove the PCM cover (A).
  6. PCM - Remove
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    1. Disconnect PCM connectors A, B, and C.

    2. Loosen or remove the bolts (D), and remove the PCM (E).