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Removal & Installation

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CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge, DO NOT touch Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector pins or components on circuit board.
  1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and wait at least 10 seconds. Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right side splash shield. Remove horn. Disconnect Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connectors. Remove PCM bolts. Slide PCM out of bracket.
  2. Ensure service number on new PCM is same as service number on old PCM (or updated number). To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten PCM harness connector screws to 71 INCH lbs. (8 N.m). Connect negative battery cable. Reprogram PCM. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING  under PROGRAMMING.
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