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Removal Procedure

    NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.
  1. Disconnect cable from battery negative terminal.
  2. Remove No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.
  3. Remove air cleaner cap sub-assembly with hose.
  4. Remove air cleaner case.
  5. Fig 1: Identifying Wire Harness Clamp
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  6. Remove ECM.
  7. Separate the wire harness clamp.
  8. Fig 2: Push Locks On Levers, Then Raise Levers, And Disconnect ECM Connectors
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  9. Disconnect the 2 ECM connectors.
  10. NOTE: After disconnecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not contact the connecting parts of the connectors.
  11. Push the locks on the 2 levers, then raise the levers, and disconnect the 2 ECM connectors.
  12. Fig 3: Identifying Bolts And ECM
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  13. Remove the 3 bolts and the ECM.
  14. Fig 4: View Of Screws & ECM Brackets
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  15. Remove the 4 screws and 2 ECM brackets.